Daniel Pt 2
Daniel 2
09/10/2011
The story of Daniel 2 is a great illustration of some biblical principles about wisdom:
Wisdom Key #1: Wisdom is knowledge well applied
James 2:18-19 - Wisdom is not about what you know, it's how you apply your knowledge to life in a way that produces blessing.
Wisdom Key #2: Wisdom is hard to find
Proverbs 28 - Wisdom is worth more than material treasures, but much harder to find!
Wisdom Key #3: Wisdom comes from God
Colossians 2:2b-3; 1 Corinthians 2:10b-12; James 1:5-8 - True wisdom is found in Christ, brought to us through the Spirit, and given generously by the Father. However God will not give wisdom to those who are double-minded - who have not decided whether or not they will submit themselves to His ways or whether they will choose instead to follow other counsellors.
Wisdom Key #4: Wisdom grows... if you feed it!
Proverbs 4, Psalm 119:1-5, 12-16, Hebrews 5:14 - Daniel and his friends were prepared when the crisis came. They had learned to trust God and God had been pleased to grant them wisdom. When the crisis came they knew from experience where to turn and what to do. Similarly, if we train ourselves in godliness, applying God's truth to our lives as a regular discipline, then not only will our everyday lives be transformed but we will be able to face the unexpected crises when they occur. Wisdom is not something you seek out when you need it, it is something you cultivate and grow in as you feed on God's Word and live by His Spirit.
Wisdom Key #1: Wisdom is knowledge well applied
James 2:18-19 - Wisdom is not about what you know, it's how you apply your knowledge to life in a way that produces blessing.
Wisdom Key #2: Wisdom is hard to find
Proverbs 28 - Wisdom is worth more than material treasures, but much harder to find!
Wisdom Key #3: Wisdom comes from God
Colossians 2:2b-3; 1 Corinthians 2:10b-12; James 1:5-8 - True wisdom is found in Christ, brought to us through the Spirit, and given generously by the Father. However God will not give wisdom to those who are double-minded - who have not decided whether or not they will submit themselves to His ways or whether they will choose instead to follow other counsellors.
Wisdom Key #4: Wisdom grows... if you feed it!
