The word for today is - Knowledge !

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The word for today is - Knowledge   !

 

The word from God tells us in James 1:5, If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.The word “knowledge” in the Bible denotes an understanding, a recognition, or an acknowledgment. To “know” something is to perceive it or to be aware of it. Many times in Scripture, knowledge carries the idea of a deeper appreciation of something or a relationship with someone. The Bible is clear that the knowledge of God is the most valuable knowledge a human being can possess.Unless ,we apply what we learn to our lives, it’s just head knowledge. Yet, we need more than head knowledge. We ought to delve into the Scriptures on a daily basis; for in them we discover what we’re supposed to believe about God and how to live.God’s desire is for all to know Him, appreciate Him, and have a relationship with Him; therefore, He grants to all who truly seek Him the wisdom that leads to knowledge. We know from Scripture that knowledge is a gift from God. Read Proverbs 2:6, For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding (the Word of God and that's the wisdom of God results in knowledge and understanding).Let's look at Human knowledge, apart from God, is not only flawed, but the Bible also refers to it as worthless because it isn’t tempered by love , read 1 Corinthians 13:2, And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing.  Therefore, the pursuit of knowledge for its own sake, without seeking God, is foolishness. The knowledge man possesses tends to make one proud. “Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up” , read 1 Corinthians 8:1,  Now as touching things offered unto idols, we know that we all have knowledge.Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth. Also, Increasing in the knowledge of God is part of the believers maturity and is something all believers are to experience as we “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” 2 Peter 3:18,But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen. The context is crucial to biblical exegesis in that it is one of its most important fundamentals. Why? It’s important to study Bible passages and stories within their context. Taking verses out of context leads to all kinds of error and misunderstanding. Understanding context begins with four principles:literal meaning ,historical setting ,grammar,and synthesis (comparing it with other parts of Scripture for a fuller meaning).  For instance, taking the phrase “God is love” (1 John 4:7-16) out of its context, we might come away thinking that our God loves everything and everyone at all times with a gushing, romantic love. But in its literal and grammatical context, “love” here refers to agape love, the essence of which is sacrifice for the benefit of another, not a sentimental, romantic love. The key is in Proverbs 2,My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding; Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding; If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures; Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God. For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly. He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints. Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yea, every good path. When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee: Also,read Matthew 7:7-8,Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.. Read that again...Thank you God for your word. Amen !