James 3:17-18 But 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. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness. James 3:17-18, NIV Concerning the things that are considered to be smart or the right things to do, James reminds us that the wisdom from above is not at all like the wisdom of this world. God has told us that His ways are higher than our ways, as the heavens are...

James 3:13-14 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. James 3:13-14, NIV There is a significant difference between true wisdom and false wisdom, between wisdom from above and the wisdom of the world. The world too often equates wisdom with knowledge while godly wisdom comes from above as the...

Proverbs 11:25 The generous soul will be made rich, and be who waters will also be watered himself. Proverbs 11:25, NKJV One of the greatest traits any of us can be known for is generosity. For believers in Jesus, our generosity should be patterned after God's. When we stop and think about just how generous God has been to us, it will truly amaze us. Romans 8:32 gives us a great understanding of God's generosity to us. It reads, "He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us...