Seeking Wisdom and Strengthening Faith
In the Name of Almighty God, the Lord of heaven and King of all nations.
Children of Light,
“Yahweh grants wisdom and knowledge, and understanding comes forth from His mouth. He reserves hope for the upright and aids those who walk blamelessly.” – Proverbs 2:6-7
In your walk in the faith, it is essential to continually seek wisdom and divine revelation. The world around you presents various ideologies and opinions, but as believers, you are called to anchor your hearts and minds in the truth that comes from God. You are invited to delve into the depths of His Word, to meditate on His teachings, and to open yourselves to His divine guidance.
Do not think that the process of gaining godly wisdom is an accumulation of worldly knowledge and philosophies; spiritual wisdom is a deep understanding that comes from a relationship with the Almighty. When you seek wisdom, you position yourselves to receive the profound insights that can only be granted by God Himself. It is through His wisdom that you can gain discernment to sail through the complexities of life, make godly choices, and grow in spiritual maturity. It is this kind of wisdom that can help keepers of their covenants to remain faithful when faced with the various obstacles thrown at them by the evil one.
The path to wisdom begins with acknowledging that true wisdom originates from Almighty God. As the Proverb says, the Lord of the nations is the giver of wisdom. He imparts knowledge and understanding to those who seek Him wholeheartedly. As you open your hearts to His truth, you invite His presence to dwell within you, enlightening your spirits and transforming your perspectives.
Seeking divine revelation involves cultivating a personal relationship with the Creator. Through prayer, you commune with the Almighty, aligning your hearts with His Will and surrendering your desires to His perfect plan. It is in these intimate moments of connection that He reveals His truth and purpose for your lives. As you draw nearer to Him, you become attuned to His voice, recognizing His gentle nudges and promptings.
Strengthening your faith is linked to seeking wisdom and divine revelation. As you grow in wisdom, your faith will be fortified and rooted in a deep understanding of God’s character, promises, and faithfulness. In times of doubt or uncertainty, it is this steadfast faith that will sustain you and guide you through every storm you face in life.
To strengthen your faith, you must continually nurture it through prayer, meditation on the scriptures, obedience to the Commandments and your covenant, and fellowship with other believers. Surrounding yourselves with a community of faith will allow you to encourage and sharpen each other, fostering an environment where your faith can truly live. Today, even those who live thousands of miles from one another are able to fellowship together by various means other than meeting in a physical environment.
Do not grow complacent in your pursuit of wisdom and faith. Always be serious in your intentions of seeking God’s wisdom through His Word and through prayer. Remain open to His divine revelations, being receptive to the gentle whisper of His Spirit. As you do so, your faith will be firmly established, and you will experience the transformative power of a life fully surrendered to Almighty God.
Your brother in the service of the Grand Creator,
Mehr Madʼyana
June 4, 2023
