When Wisdom Shows Up: How God Guides Us in Everyday Moments

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Colossians 1:9—A Prayer for Wisdom and Understanding

Paul’s prayer in Colossians 1:9 encourages us to ask God to fill us with knowledge of His will, spiritual wisdom, and understanding.

This is more than just knowing facts—it’s receiving insight from God about how to live, make choices, and walk faithfully through challenges.

Colossians 2:3—Christ: The Treasure Chest of Wisdom and Knowledge

Colossians 2:3 beautifully states that all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are hidden in Christ.

Jesus Himself is our answer, our source, our supply. We don’t have to rely on our own efforts and tiny little brains or look elsewhere—He freely gives what we need in every circumstance.

James 1:5—Ask and Receive God’s Wisdom

James 1:5 tells us that if we lack wisdom, we can ask God, and He will give generously. When life gets overwhelming or confusing, we aren’t left to figure things out by ourselves.

God actually delights to guide us, providing practical help and peace when we call on Him.

How These Verses Work Out in Real Life

Dick’s recent medical situation is a living example of these truths. Faced with confusing instructions and a flood of details, we felt overwhelmed.

But as we prayed and trusted God, He provided wisdom in tangible ways—written instructions, a helpful contact, and reassurance through a caring phone call.

Christ: Our All in All

Just as Watchman Nee taught, we don’t just ask Christ for separate gifts, some peace, some wisdom, some knowledge; we receive Him as the sum total of all spiritual things—wisdom, peace, knowledge, guidance.

Christ Himself is present at every step, and as we depend on Him, we discover that He is truly “all in all.”

A Reminder for Every Day

Looking back, I see God’s faithfulness woven through every detail. His wisdom and provision come just when we need them, turning confusion into clarity and bringing peace to our hearts.

I can trust Him with every need, knowing He’s always enough.

Christ is my wisdom, my knowledge, my peace, and my all-in-all. In every circumstance, I can rest in Him, confident He will provide just what I need.

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