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Wisdom Discerning between Good and Evil Goal scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Wisdom Discerning between Good and Evil My Focus Today New Series: Books of Wisdom  Talk a little about what wisdom is Job  Present Teaching Points Psalms on 2 elements of wisdom Proverbs Ecclesiastes  Examine why wisdom is so important Song of Solomon  Wrap-up with a Summation Discerning between Good and Evil -- Hebrews 5:11-14

Wisdom Discerning between Good and Evil Exactly what is wisdom ?  It’s a concept or abstraction sort of like faith; however, even though it’s abstract, its effect is all too concrete.  Wisdom is a trait or ability acquired through a process of thought and experience. It’s not something that comes fully developed at birth. It‘s a seed that must germinate in our hearts and minds. Luke 2:52 NIV Luke 2:52 NIV “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” with God and man.” Discerning between Good and Evil -- Hebrews 5:11-14

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Wisdom Discerning between Good and Evil Wisdom’s value cannot be overstated Reference search using the following words: wisdom, wise, wiser, wisest, wisely, and wise-hearted . 406 References Proverbs 3: 13-18 “Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold. She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire can compare with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her; those who hold her fast will be blessed.” Discerning between Good and Evil -- Hebrews 5:11-14