“A spiritual gift is given to each of us so we can so we can help each other. To one person the Spirit gives the ability to give wise advice; to another the same Spirit gives a message of special knowledge.” 1 Corinthians 12:7-8
The gift of making wise-decisions and the gift of knowledge, both tie together with the gift of discernment. My Bible Dictionary defines knowledge as, “a seeking to know, an inquiry, an investigation, especially spiritual truth.” I’m not a Bible scholar, but I do know God’s Word intimately. I think the best thing is to show some scriptures which refer to the ability to give wise advice, and the gift of having special knowledge. Having special knowledge is having the ability to interpret and understand what God is really saying. Let’s first look at Titus 1:9…
“He must have a strong belief in the trustworthy message he was taught; then he will be able to encourage others with wholesome teaching and show those who oppose it where they are wrong.”
“When we tell you these things, we do not use words that come from human wisdom.”
1 Corinthians 2:13
Making wise decisions, giving wise advice, and having special knowledge are byproducts of walking with the Holy Spirit. Spiritual discernment enables us to draw conclusions based on God’s perspective. The Spirit most definitely lets us recognize the correct and incorrect use of scripture. Also, this is important…the Spirit helps us to identify and expose false teaching. Doubt, denial~all of the lies the enemy is feeding us… shall be gone. Satan’s greatest impact on us occurs by deception.
“Let the message of Christ, in all its richness fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with the wisdom he gives.” Colossians 3:16
“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge.” Proverbs 1:7
It’s my passion to write about my personal experiences to make you realize that Almighty God is indeed in the intricate details of your life. Mostly I am here to share things I’ve learned so far in my “race of faith” with you. I am here to encourage you, and let you know that there is hope...
Amen and Amen! I really enjoyed this paragraph:
“Making wise decisions, giving wise advice, and having special knowledge are byproducts of walking with the Holy Spirit. Spiritual discernment enables us to draw conclusions based on God’s perspective. The Spirit most definitely lets us recognize the correct and incorrect use of scripture. Also, this is important…the Spirit helps us to identify and expose false teaching. Doubt, denial~all of the lies the enemy is feeding us… shall be gone. Satan’s greatest impact on us occurs by deception.”
Fantastic words of wisdom, my friend. Keep ‘em coming!
Thanks Tracy. You’re so encouraging!
Bless you!
You always seem to have somthing in your posts that hits me. I like this, “Making wise decisions, giving wise advice, and having special knowledge are byproducts of walking with the Holy Spirit”. So true. draw near to him and he will draw near to us.
Thank you for the insight.
Lori,
I think so many of us take for granted how the Holy Spirit can guide us if we are willing to be guided. My husband and I are always helping our eldest son to learn how to make wise decisions and how to stand on the word of God. I am constantly praying for discernment in various areas and situations. I am very thankful that we serve a God that provides the guidance, direction, love and forgiveness we need along this journey. Nice post.
with blessings,
Minister Mamie
Hey Lori, thanks for this post it is so true! I pray that on my blog that I always walk in line with Christ especially when trying to explain his message. A very nice post Lori!
Thanks Power Up Love, for commenting.
Yes, everything good we do is all because of Him. Bless you!
Minister Mamie,
So when you pray, doesn’t He always give you wisdom? Sometimes, He gives it in ways we never expect.
Thanks for your thoughts, really appreciate them! Blessings to you!
Thanks again for your kind comment! God bless!