The lesson focuses on James 3:13-18, where Byan explores the difference between earthly wisdom and godly wisdom that comes "from above." He uses an analogy contrasting knowing a subway system's complete layout (mere knowledge) versus knowing how to drive a car skillfully (practical wisdom) to illustrate that true wisdom isn't just about having knowledge, but about rightly applying knowledge in a godly way. He outlines six characteristics of godly wisdom from the passage: being pure, peaceable, gentle, open to reason, merciful, and impartial/sincere. Byan concludes by pointing to Jesus as the perfect embodiment of true wisdom, who despite having all power and authority, demonstrated meekness and gentleness in service to God's kingdom.