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Heavenly Wisdom VS. Earthly Wisdom
A Contrast in Their Source
• Earthly wisdom is not from above!• It is earthly, sensual & demonic.
•Heavenly wisdom is from above!• It is a gift from God. (James 1:17,
5-8) • It is the application of God’s word
to our lives.
Heavenly Wisdom VS. Earthly Wisdom
A Contrast in Their Nature• Earthly wisdom:• Full of bitter envy (Hebrews 12:15)• Self-seeking (1 Corinthians 10:24)
• Heavenly wisdom:• Pure (Proverbs 30:5)• Peaceable (Romans 12:18)• Gentle (2 Timothy 2:24-25)• Willing to Yield (Philippians 4:4; Matthew
5:25)• Full of Mercy (James 2:13)• Producing Good Fruits (James 1:22; 2:26)• Without Partiality (James 2:1-13; 1 Tim. 5:21)• Without Hypocrisy