A Lack of Wisdom 

   Wisdom seems to be in short supply.  Many appear to equate intelligence with wisdom but the two are vastly different.  Having knowledge, even great knowledge, does not give wisdom.  Wisdom is of God, not man.

   Man has learned how to manipulate many of the gifts of God, but seldom is true wisdom practiced in their use.  Nuclear energy presents an incredible potential for good but has been misused for bombs and destruction.  Medical knowledge has grown at a fantastic rate, but many misuse that knowledge to practice abortion or euthanasia.  There have been great strides in knowledge and learning but man still lacks wisdom.

   Science and learning is to help us better understand God’s creation, not to manipulate it for our selfish purposes.  Animal husbandry means the proper care and use of animals, not their abuse.  Plants need our care and tending but their very existence is of God, not man.  We can support and provide for the needs of nature, but we do not now, nor will we ever control or cause it.  In wisdom we can come to realize that we are not the source of God’s creation, but tenants who are to properly oversee it.

   God’s wisdom is evident in His creation.  He will grant us that wisdom if we ask, but we must recognize that it does not come from education and intelligence, but only from God. 

Wisdom is from You.

I can’t learn it through my studies.

I must ask for it from You.

Lord give me wisdom. 

Amen