consider the source

James 3: ¹⁵ This wisdom does not descend from above, but is earthly, sensual, demonic. ¹⁶ For where envy and self-seeking exist, confusion and every evil thing are there. ¹⁷ But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy. 

We can tap into one of two different sources to draw out wisdom for living.  One source is a well that is tended by the enemy of the Lord, who has a measure of influence in this world.  It is easy to draw from this well because it is shallow and as close as our selfish desires.  When we lower our bucket into that well we draw wisdom that appears useful because it caters to our self-centered nature.  But its outcome is harmful and evil.  The other source is actually fresh water that rains from Heaven.  The enemy of our Lord has no domain at its source.  This water doesn't satisfy self-centeredness...it brings the peace that comes from Heaven-centeredness.  To collect this rain we must hold our bucket up.  It is wise to drink the rain of Heaven while it is fresh...before any falls to the ground.

 

blessings,

Rob Smith