Jesus Reveals the "Wisdom From God" - Continue with His Way of Life

Jesus manifested flawless judgments in his dealings with others.  His insight into human nature gave him a clear-sighted view of  his disciples.  He well knew that they were  not perfect. Yet, he discerned their good qualities.  He saw the potential in these men whom Jehovah had drawn. (John 6:44)  Despite their shortcomings, Jesus showed a willingness to trust them.  Demonstrating that trust, he delegated a heavy responsibility to his disciples.  He commissioned them to preach the good news, and he had confidence in their ability to fulfill that commission.  (Matthew 28:19, 20)   The book of Acts testifies that they faithfully followed through on the work he had commanded them to do.  (Acts 2:41, 42; 4:33; 5:27-32)  Clearly, then, Jesus had been wise to trust them. 

As we noted in Chapter 20, the Bible associates humility and mildness with wisdom.  Jehovah, of course, sets the best example in this regard.  But what about Jesus?  It is heartwarming to see the humility Jesus showed in dealing with his disciples.  As a perfect  man, he was superior to them.  Yet, he did not look down on his disciples. Never did he seek to make them feel inferior or incompetent.  On the contrary, he was considerate of their limitations and patient with their shortcomings.  (Mark 14:34-38; John 16:12) Is it not significant that even children felt at ease with Jesus? Surely they felt drawn to him because they sensed that he was "mild-tempered and lowly in heart." -Matthew 11:29; Mark 10:13-16. 

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From the book: Draw Close to Jehovah