2. James 3: two kinds of wisdom ‘To the person who pleases him, God gives wisdom, knowledge and happiness.’ (Eccl.2:26) ‘If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given him.’ (James 1:5) ‘The holy Scriptures are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.’ (2 Tim.3:15) ‘The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom’ (Prov.1:7)

3. James 3:13-18 - two kinds of wisdom 1. Wisdom is indispensable
Seneca – ‘wisdom teaches us to do as well as to talk’
2. False wisdom
Produces jealousy, rivalry, bitterness, selfish ambition, arrogance
It’s earthly, sensual, devilish
3. True wisdom
It’s pure, peaceable, considerate, gentle, submissive,
full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, single-minded, sincere
‘If any of you needs wisdom you should ask God for it. He is generous and enjoys giving to all people, so he will give you wisdom.’ (James 1:5 - Youth Bible)