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Monday, February 19, 2024 · 37 min

WISDOM WALKS - From Talk To Walk (pt.7) - Noah Herrin

Noah Herrin preaches from James chapter 3, arguing that wisdom is not merely intellectual knowledge but the application of that knowledge in everyday life. Wisdom, James says, is proved by a good life, deeds done, and a spirit of humility. Herrin contrasts selfish ambition, which builds personal kingdoms, with holy ambition, which seeks to build God's kingdom and bless others. He gives practical examples from parenting, leadership, and the Dead Sea, and calls Christians to give their time, talents, and treasure, to clothe themselves in humility, and to walk closely with Jesus for guidance.

“"The wisdom that comes from Heaven is first of all pure, then peace loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere," describing the character of heavenly wisdom.” · Noah Herrin

Take it with you

Measure wisdom by obedience, not by how much you know; let your faith produce humble deeds. Examine your motives: cultivate holy ambition that seeks the good of others and gives glory to God. Practice the three Ts, time, talent, and treasure, by investing them outwardly and stay close to Jesus for guidance rather than idolizing perfect clarity.

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Key Scriptures

James 3:13Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
Matthew 7:24Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.
ColossiansWe should clothe ourselves in humility.
Luke 6:38Give away your life and you'll find life given back, with bonus and blessing.

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