True Wisdom and SpiritualityAvailable through the Holy Spirit

1 Corinthians 2:6-16

The Source of True Wisdom

“The beginning of wisdom is this: get wisdom.”Proverbs 4:7

The Source of True Wisdom

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”Proverbs 9:10

The Source of True Wisdom

“When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.”Proverbs 11:2

The Source of True Wisdom

“Those who trust in themselves are fools, but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe.”Proverbs 28:28

The Source of True Wisdom

• Once Hidden• Now Made Known

The Availability of True Wisdom

Syllogism:

The Availability of True Wisdom

• A) Only the spirit within knows the thoughts within • True for both God and mankind

• B) All believers have the Holy Spirit indwelling them• Therefore

• C) All believers can know the thoughts of God

The Availability of True Wisdom

• Those without the Spirit do not understand• Spirituality is popular• It is not Christ-centered

The Judgment of True Wisdom

• Makes judgment about all things• Is not subject to mere human judgment

The Judgment of True Wisdom

• God commands right judgment!• 1 Corinthians 5• 1 Corinthians 11• John 7:24 – Jesus said, “Stop judging by

mere appearances and make a right judgment.”

Applying God’s Word Today

• Be humble: God’s wisdom is available to you• Be humble: Pursue godly wisdom• Be humble: Live out Christ-crucified