Battle Plan: Wisdom from heaven

Wisdom is the virtue that everyone is sure they have, and no one seems to realize is actually missing until you are buried under foolishness. Every decision we make has an attached destination, and wisdom is the map. I believe Wisdom is a combination of Intentionality (looking or seeking), Patience (waiting) and Influence of others (learning). I believe we are a by-product of all our choices, why is it we are always surprised when we wake up one day and we don't like where we are, and even more confused about how we got there? Wisdom is a big deal because every choice pre-decides our future. I have said to people of all ages, show me the people you hang out with, the books you're reading, the songs you're singing, the person who has your ear and I will show you the person you will become in 5 years. James makes it clear there is earthly wisdom and then there is Heavenly wisdom. One leads to death the other leads to life. I believe there are many times throughout our life that Wisdom is critical; when it relates to God, when it relates to marriage, when it relates to having children, when it relates to choosing a vocation, when it relates to our time management. These are a few areas where I see a lack of wisdom have long term consequential impact. The fact is there aren't many areas of life that Wisdom, or the lack thereof won't influence. I look forward to being back in the pulpit as we again hear a practical word for spiritual living from the guy who initially missed it.