Happiness Is!

Proverbs 3:13"Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,and the man that getteth understanding"

Wealth in wisdom:If we pursue wisdom with the same fervor that we pursue wealth,promotion and reputation,then the fear of the Lord would keep us from sin.Sadly though, our confidence is often in our education,experiences, and resources,all of which are limited and fleeting.But know that the fear of the Lord,is wisdom;and to depart from evil is understanding.

Human knowledge sometimes wears the mask of truth.Searching for information or gaining an advanced degree does not produce a godly life.World views which dishonor or reject God are all around us.They sometimes quietly call us to accept and follow them,pulling us away from God.God is the source of all true wisdom.The path to godliness is narrow and strenuous,but spiritual growth will result from the quest, of seeking God. God rewards a secure and persistent search for real wisdom.We know God's wisdom is practical.The phrase"common sense" refers to the type of knowledge that works in life's difficult situations.Many people with advanced college degrees,though intelligent, have no real sense of right and wrong,and sometimes cannot control their tempers, and fall to pieces in a family crisis.God's wisdom gives us power that works in daily life.

Finally, gaining God's wisdom involes submission.The author of proverbs tells his son to lean on God, not to rely on his own opinion.The word lean, means to place your weight on God,to rest and trust in him.Submitting begins with prayer for the Holy Spirit's guidance,then we search his word for the insights that we need.Seek the advice of godly counselors, but let the Bible be the standard by which all choices are measured.Wisdom is God's gift to his children.Aware of our inadequacy, we can turn to our heavenly Father. We place our lives in his hands, search his word for answers,then confidently rest in His wisdom,and real happiness is in the man who finds God..........