The Gift Of Wisdom

Literal Meaning: THE GIFT OF WISDOM

To speak appropriate truth at the right time.

Description:The gift of wisdom is the special ability that God gives to certain members of the body of Christ to know the mind of the Holy Spirit in such a way as to receive insight into how knowledge may best be applied to specific needs arising in the body of Christ. Bible references:Theory: 1Corinthians 2:6-13 Colossianians 4:5,6 James 3:13-18. Practice: 1Kings 3:16-28 Luke 21:15 Acts 6:9,10 Distinctives:

1. receive an understanding of what is necessary to meet the needs of the body;

2. provide simple, practical solutions in the midst of conflict and confusion;

3. hear the Spirit provide direction for God's best in a given situation;

Personal Traits and Behaviors: A person with this gift is usually: Sensitive Insightful Practical Prudent Logical Judicious Rational Reasonable. Cautions: may be tempted to keep it to themselves because others are not always open to advice; need to avoid having others develop a dependence upon them, which may weaken their faith in God; should be careful about looking down on others who don't appear to have as much commonsense. Mobilizing for ministry: People with this gift are needed in the church for:Church board chairman Nominating committee Church elder Conflict resolution Finance committee Counselling. Related gifts: This gift belongs to the category EDUCATION. You may find useful to get information on other gifts which belong to this same category. These gifts are: Knowlege Teaching Wisdom