DAY - 6
EL DEAH
THE LORD IS A GOD OF KNOWLEDGE
“Talk no more so very proudly; Let no arrogance come from your mouth, For the LORD is the God of knowledge; And by Him, actions are weighed.”
1 Sam 2:3
Knowledge is an integral part of human life. It is the training and understanding of the underlying that enables us to grow and thrive in society. In today's fast-paced world, it is essential to consistently build new skills, abilities, and details required to establish oneself in the community. Education is a vital factor in promoting knowledge growth. Wisdom, on the other hand, is derived from one's own experience. Thus, both are important and contribute to a person's wisdom.
According to the Bible, Our God is the source of all knowledge and wisdom. He is a god whose comprehension is boundless and incomprehensible. He does things in ways that the human mind cannot fathom. God created the world with his power; he established the world with his wisdom, and he stretched out the heavens with his comprehension. Jer (10:12) Every century's global theories, ideas, and concepts of space, living beings, and human life were all discovered by God's infinite wisdom.
According to the Bible. "Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." Proverbs (9:10) God gives his wisdom and knowledge to anyone who asks. He expands a person's skill and knowledge. After God finished his six days of creation, he admired everything he had made and found it to be good. He would want the man to be precisely in his image and likeness when he had the idea to create a human. He breathes his air into his nostrils, and man is born. Therefore, Man was regarded as God's masterpiece among all his creations.
The responsibility to govern over everything created was given to the first couple, Adam and Eve. They were allowed to eat all of the fruits that the garden produced. They loved the sun, the moon, and the stars, the company of the animals, the elegance of the garden, and so on. God, after giving them the garden with which to live, warned them that the fruit of the central tree is forbidden. They at first obeyed God, but the serpent deceived them into eating, and thus they sinned against God. God was displeased with their behavior because a man had developed the ability to distinguish between good and evil. (Genesis 3:22) Humans, who were created to listen to and understand God and to live in a community with him, have now matured enough to make their own decisions.
And as time passed, the earth became polluted with men's unrighteousness. They began to despise and defend one another. Adding to it, they also became murderers and acted violently, and every thought that came from their hearts was evil. When men were given the ability to choose between good and evil, they chose evil and lived a life in opposition to God. Even in today's world, we can see situations that destroy human harmony, as jealousy and pride fill people's hearts. Even with so many laws and regulations in place, offenders can still be seen.
Bible says, “The eyes of the Lord are in every place, watching the good and the evil.” Proverbs (15:3) Men fall into the trap of becoming God's enemies when they choose to act according to his understanding, in his discernment. Satan successfully deceives and persuades those who submit to him.
KING OF TYRE/ LUCIFER/SATAN.
Angels were created by God as spirits. They were created to be God's servants, and among them was the magnificent Lucifer. In his book, Prophet Ezekiel described him as a seal of flawlessness, full of knowledge and ideal in beauty. From the moment he was created, he was assumed to be perfect in every way. He was strolling in the Garden of Eden and had spoken straight to his God. He was known to be wiser than Daniel. Nonetheless, his wisdom caused him to rebel against God. He was charged with the sin of arrogance. He regarded himself as greater than God and desired to take his place. He gathered the angels to break God's rules and do things against God. God eventually decided to expel him from his presence, and the angel was renamed Satan.
This is an excellent example of how one's wisdom and knowledge can turn people's hearts away from God. This is why God says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you." James (1:5) The knowledge we receive from above assists us in walking by God. It aids us in becoming the best versions of ourselves daily. It earns us reverence and helps bring glory to God in society.
Let us take a look at the lives of a few people who shone with God's Gift of wisdom.
EARTHLY KNOWLEDGE.
The nation of Israel was captured by the king of Babylon in 605 B.C., and many were taken as captives to serve in the king's royal court. Among them were Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, four young boys. They were placed in the hands of Ashpenaz, the chief official, who trained them to be physically perfect, handsome, competent of any type of learning, well-informed, rapid to grasp, and qualified to start serving in the king's palace. He was assigned to educate them on Babylonian language and literature.
The boys were grouped and given the same education, food, and dorms as the other boys. They all learned skills, crafts, and issues concerning the government and the civilization of the country. They were also exposed to religious education. Although Daniel and his friends had left their homeland and were geographically distant, they made the firm decision to follow their God and his commandment. They swore an oath not to defile themselves with Babylonian food and religious practices.
As a result, when they requested a change in the menu, God greatly helped them in obtaining massive favor in the eyes of Ashpenaz.
There are two things to consider when learning from Daniel and his friends' lives. First and foremost, they chose to obey God even in a foreign land. They would want to glorify God's name by their way of life. Second, they put their trust in God and decided to seek his presence in prayer for guidance. God says, “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” Psalm (32:8)
God endowed knowledge and understanding of all types of literature and learning on these four young men. And Daniel was intelligent enough to understand a wide range of visions and dreams.
The chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar at the end of the time set by the king to bring them into his service. The king spoke with them and discovered that none were equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, so they entered the king's service. In every matter of wisdom and understanding, the king found them to be ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his entire kingdom.
If you are struggling to learn something in your life, or if you have poor grades, or if you are unable to compete in your job task, or if you are unable to handle your financial requirements, or if you are unable to guide your family? Don't be concerned; cause God gives his wisdom and knowledge to anyone who asks.
HEAVENLY WISDOM AND UNDERSTANDING.
"For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding," the Bible says. Proverbs (2:6) God provided Daniel with exceptional understanding and knowledge as he was serving in the royal administration. Among all those who worked for the king, he stood out.
During the reign of King Belshazzar, the king arranged a grand banquet for the nobles. They were given wine to drink from the vessels of God's temple brought during the city's capture. The king, his administrators, his wives, and concubines were all enjoying the king's grand party. Suddenly, a human finger appeared and wrote on the wall, near the lampstand in the royal palace. The king kept an eye on the hand as it wrote his face became pale, and terrified that his legs had become weak and his knees knocked.
As a consequence, the king summoned enchanters, astrologers, and diviners. Then he told these Babylonian wise men, "Whoever reads this writing and tells me what it means will be clothed in purple and have a gold chain placed around his neck, and he will be made the kingdom's third-highest ruler."
The king's wise men then entered, but they couldn't read the writing or tell the king what it meant. As a result, King Belshazzar became even more terrified, and his face turned pale. His nobles were perplexed.
Now, Daniel entered the scene as a result of the Queen's memory of a man with the spirit of gods. She also attested to his insights, intelligence, and wisdom, which were unparalleled during the reign of the king's father. She also mentioned Daniel's ability to interpret dreams and visions, as well as his ease in solving complex problems.
When Daniel saw the writing, he realized it was a heavenly message from God. The king lauded him and elevated his position.
Daniel remained successful in his career through the grace of God.
JESUS CHRIST – THE SOURCE OF WISDOM AND UNDERSTANDING.
All the treasures of wisdom and understanding are hidden in Christ. Colossians (2:3) People were astounded by Lord Jesus Christ's knowledge and understanding whenever he was seen teaching in synagogues, interacting with the elders, and questioning them.
He was a knowledge powerhouse who displayed his vast knowledge to anyone who dared to offend him. Nonetheless, he remained humble and obedient to the Father of Heaven as well as the elders around him. He taught them to be just, courageous, self-assured, and humble, just like him.
The once-illiterate fishermen were transformed into authors, preachers, and speakers in royal courts, and they testified to Christ in their lives.
God's wisdom is enormous and inconceivable. It cannot be fully grasped unless revealed by the Holy Spirit. But, God emphasizes rendering his knowledge to all who wait for him.
May El – Deah the God of knowledge gives you his wisdom and knowledge to shine in your lives.
Prayer: El – Deah, Lord, even at this moment, I pray to give me your wisdom and knowledge to be successful. May the power of Christ rest on me and enable me to be competitive. Lead me and counsel me in the path of my life. In Jesus's name amen!
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