Applying God's Wisdom (Part 1)

What is biblical wisdom? Biblical wisdom is practical insight into living a life that honors God and others. It’s not just head knowledge—it’s truth that changes the way you live. This kind of wisdom often comes through experience, learning from God’s Word, and walking closely with Him. It includes discernment, good judgment, and the skillful application of God’s principles in everyday life.

So today, I’m giving you three nuggets of wisdom straight from the Bible—and how to actually live them out every day.

1. Your Foundation Should Be in the Lord

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” — Proverbs 1:7

If we want real wisdom, King Solomon makes it clear: it starts by fearing the Lord. But let’s be clear—this doesn’t mean being scared of God like some childhood monster under your bed.

It means having a deep reverence, respect, and awe for who God is. It’s recognizing His holiness, His power, and His perfect justice. This kind of “fear” leads us to obey Him, trust Him fully, and turn away from sin—not because we’re terrified of punishment, but because we love and honor Him.

How to live this out: Spend time reflecting on God’s holiness and power. Remind yourself daily that He’s not just your Savior—He’s also the King of Kings. That respect and awe become the foundation for every wise decision you make. You’ll start to care more about what He says than what the world says.

2. Love Even the People You Don’t Get Along With

“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” — Matthew 5:43-44

This one’s hard. Jesus literally flips the script on how the world says we should treat people who hurt us. He doesn’t just say “tolerate them.” He says love them—and pray for them.

That’s next-level love. That’s God’s love.

How to live this out: If you have people you consider “enemies” or people who’ve wronged you, ask God to help you forgive them. That doesn’t always mean full reconciliation—sometimes that’s not possible or healthy. But it does mean treating them with kindness and respect whenever you can. And it definitely means praying for them, even when you don’t feel like it. Ask God to soften your heart and make you a more loving, forgiving person.

3. Resist the Devil and Watch Him Run

“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” — James 4:7

James, the brother of Jesus, reminds us that we aren’t powerless when it comes to temptation. In fact, when we resist the enemy, he has no choice but to flee.

But here’s the key: this isn’t about how strong you are—it’s about how powerful God is. When you stand firm under God’s authority, the devil knows he’s outmatched. He only has as much power as you’re willing to give him.

How to live this out: Start recognizing temptation when it shows up. Don’t entertain it or play with it—resist it. Stand firm on God’s Word. Pray for strength when it feels tough. And remember, every time you say no to sin, you’re reminding the devil that he has no place in your life.

So there you have it—three simple but powerful ways to walk in biblical wisdom:

• Have a reverent respect for God.

• Love and pray for people, even when it’s hard.

• And resist the devil’s temptations—he can’t stay where God reigns.

Put these into practice, and you won’t just know wisdom—you’ll live it.