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JAMES – LESSON 7
VII. PRACTICAL FAITH: MANIFESTING TRUE WISDOM (3:13-
A. True wisdom is demonstrated in the works of one’s life (3:13).
1. By one’s good manner of life
2. By one’s meekness
B. Earthly wisdom is the source of faction (3:14-
1. If you have jealousy and faction (self-
2. Earthly wisdom is sensual and devilish – not true wisdom from
above.
3. Confusion and every vile deed accompany jealousy and faction.
C. The character of true wisdom that is from above: (3:17-
1. First, it is pure – Holy.
2. Then,
a. Peaceable – harmonious with others.
b. Gentle – Kind, equitable
c. Easy to be entreated – easily persuaded.
d. Full of mercy – outward manifestation of compassion for
another’s infirmity.
e. Good fruits – beneficial action
f. Without variance – no partiality.
g. Without hypocrisy – no pretence.
3. Those who make peace – sow peace which yields righteousness as
a fruit.
UESTIONS:
1. Why is a truly “understanding” mind important in our life before God and
Others?
2. How will true wisdom manifest itself?
3. How will earthly wisdom manifest itself?
4. Explain the two adjectives describing “devilish” wisdom:
5. What does “faction” mean?
What sin is connected with it?
Explain why you would find the two together:
6. Why does the cause of Christ suffer when its representatives manifest “faction”?
7. What will the wisdom that is from above be FIRST?
8. “I have sinned and in danger of loosing my soul.” What characteristics of
wisdom need to step up and help me escape eternity in Hell?
9. “Two members of the local church are at odds with one another”. What
characteristics of wisdom need to be at the forefront to help in achieving unity?
10, What is the fruit of the peacemaker?