“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.”
— James 1:5
What is wisdom? First note, it comes from God. He is the source of wisdom. Wisdom is part of God’s being. It is “the knowledge and practice of the requisites for godly and upright living.” God wants us each to live sinless lives and be in a right relationship with Him, so He will give wisdom and the ability to live righteously. So ask Him for it.
How much wisdom will God give? Does God give enough to tease a person? No, He gives what is needed to live godly lives by making godly decisions. God gives wisdom sincerely. He seeks to bless a person, so why would He withhold any wisdom when He wants us to live godly lives. God gives blessings without holding back.
God gives wisdom without reproach. He doesn’t give wisdom while casting blame. God doesn’t say, “You should’ve known this, but here you go, have My wisdom.” He doesn’t give begrudgingly or while shaming.
God wants a deeper relationship with His children. He willingly blesses us with what we need to grow closer to Him and to make us more godly. God gives from His unending fountain of blessings, from His being. James said just ask for wisdom from God. Upon seeing our sincerity in seeking Him and His wisdom, God will bless us with wisdom in how to live our lives more godly, so we can be closer to Him.
Have you asked God for wisdom? Ask with faith not with doubt. Grow more like Jesus and closer to God. Know and remember what Jesus taught, “Seek first God and His kingdom and all these things shall be added unto you.” Seek God. Ask for what you need. Be closer to Him, more like Him. Live godly lives. This requires God’s wisdom. Go ahead and ask Him for it.
