jculler1972 posted: " WISDOM Literal Meaning: To apply truth practically Description: The gift of wisdom is the special ability that God gives to certain members of the Body of Christ to know the mind of the Holy Spirit in such a way as to receive insight into how given" Lutheran Ladies Connection
Description: The gift of wisdom is the special ability that God gives to certain members of the Body of Christ to know the mind of the Holy Spirit in such a way as to receive insight into how given knowledge may best be applied to specific needs arising in the Body of Christ.
Distinctives:
Focus on the unseen consequences in determining the next steps to take
Receive an understanding of what is necessary to meet the needs of the Body of Christ
Provide divinely given solutions in the midst of conflict and confusion
Hear the Spirit provide direction for God's best in a given situation
Apply spiritual truth in specific and practical ways
Traits:
Cautions:
Sensible
Could fail to share the wisdom that God
Insightful
has given them
Practical
Need to avoid having others develop a dependence
Wise
upon them, which may weaken their faith in God
Fair
Need to be patient with others who do not have this gift
Experienced
Common sense
For more personal study see:
References: Acts 6:3, 10; I Corinthians 12:8; James 1:5,6; II Peter 3:15
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