Thus the effect of his gift of wisdom is to make us more…
““Thus the effect of his gift of wisdom is to make us more humble, more joyful, more godly, more quick-sighted as to his will, more resolute in the doing of it and less troubled (not less sensitive, but less bewildered) than we were at the dark and painful things of which our life in this fallen world is full… Thus, the kind of wisdom that God waits to give to those who ask him is a wisdom that will bind us to himself, a wisdom that will find expression in a spirit of faith and a life of faithfulness.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True wisdom humbles us, brings joy, aligns us with divine will, and steadies us amid life's darkness.
In simple terms: Wisdom makes us humble, joyful, and steady.
Seek divine wisdom for inner peace.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual practice
- decision making
- leadership
- counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility change your response to hardship?
- What practices help you stay aligned with divine will?
Human wisdom alone cannot fully resolve suffering; divine wisdom requires active faith.