Monday 21/1/13

James 3:16-18 ESV

For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.

In this passage, the Bible explains and contrasts wisdom from above and wisdom of this world. Wisdom of this world is full of envy, jealousy, and selfish ambitions. Thus it sows many disorders and vile practices, and reaps the same.

On the other hand,  the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. It sows righteousness, and reaps peace. Like a sheep, while it's not as competitive as the other, it's peaceful and likeable. And its Lord God will shepherd and ensure its providence and safety.