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Wisdom

Wisdom means using understanding to make good judgments.

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What does it mean?

Wisdom means using understanding to make good judgments. It includes listening, learning and recognizing when we need help.

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When might asking a question be a wise choice?

An example from the Bible

James encourages people who lack wisdom to ask God. Wisdom is not simply knowing many facts or being the oldest person in the room.

Read James 1:5 ↗

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Related reading: James 1:5

But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.

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