Key Truth:  Once you know who we are in Christ, you can begin to grow in wisdom.

·     Wisdom is the knowledge and practice of Godly living. 

What is the biblical picture of a wise person?

1)   One who fears the Lord. (Luke 2:41-44)

·     Wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord. (Proverbs 9:10)

2)   One who is rooted in the Word of God. (Luke 2:45-50)

·     Rooted like a tree. (Psalm 1:1-3)

3)   One who is fully alive and growing in Christ. (Luke 2:51-52)

·     In what ways am I growing in wisdom, and in stature, and in favor with God and other?

     - my spiritual walk, health, marriage, family, calling, service to the church, generosity, friends, etc.  

Final thought: You can become a biblical picture of wisdom by fearing the Lord, rooting yourself in His word, and growing in Christ.