Wisdom

Wisdom’s Favor

Wisdom was born before the valleys, before the mountains, before the wilderness. Wisdom was there when the stars were illumined, when the horizon was reached, when the wind was breathed forth. Wisdom was at God’s side whilst the sky was framed, whilst the seas were formed, whilst the earth was firmed. Blessed are those whoContinue reading “Wisdom’s Favor”

Wisdom hates arrogance and perversity; She loves good judgment and accommodation. Wisdom rules with kindness and mercy; She obeys with change, and amendment. Wisdom loves sincerely and genuinely; She gives honor and prosperity. Wisdom gives me graces and blessings: She satisfies my needs and wants.

Wisdom Stands for Me

Wisdom calls me! She is loud and clear! She stands for Truth and Integrity Wisdom hears me! She is alert and attuned! She stands for Prudence and Caution Wisdom speaks to me! She is direct and candid! She stands for Justice and Mercy Wisdom listens to me! She is open and sincere! She stands forContinue reading “Wisdom Stands for Me”

Still More Humility

Who among you is wise? Let him show his works by a good life in the humility that comes from wisdom.[1] I cannot blame the poor and deny what I am, disregard the marginalized and cover up what I do. What stops me from being a raving maniac a blithering idiot an unhinged lunatic? WhatContinue reading “Still More Humility”

Wisdom

Wisdom is “listening” to the heart in between beats… The sounds of silence speak quietly and pursue peace. Wisdom is “prudence” of vision devoid of projection… Reflective dreams reveal the transparency of facts. Wisdom is “truth” in speech shunning deceit… Words are full of grace when blessed with fruit Wisdom is “detached” from the worldContinue reading “Wisdom”

Wisdom

Indifference

The Indifference virtue is not one of passivity but rather of activity. Conventional wisdom says Indifference is lethargic with apathy and doubtfulness. Epiphanic wisdom says Indifference is energetic with listening and non-judgment. Ironically, Indifference realizes proper submission and grateful poverty of spirit. Heartily, Indifference forges a blessed discernment and graced responsibility.

Simplicity

Simplicity begins with pure intention… simple persons do not act deceptively, simple persons act straight-forwardly grounded in obedience and loyalty. “Wisdom’s ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace. Wisdom is a tree of life… those who hold her fast will be blessed.”[1] Simplicity cultivates wisdom… simple persons are not opinionated, simple personsContinue reading “Simplicity”