Wisdom in "the Word of God" -A Book of "Practical Wisdom"

In his Word, Jehovah tells us the best way to live. As our Creator, he knows our needs better than we do.  And basic human needs-including the desire to find love, to be happy, and to make a success of relationships-have remained the same.  The Bible contains a wealth of "practical wisdom" that can help us to live meaningful lives.  (Proverbs 2:7)  Each section of this study aid contains a chapter showing how we can apply the Bible's wise counsel, but let us here consider just one example. 

Have you ever noticed that people who nurse grudges and harbor resentment often end up hurting themselves? Resentment is a heavy burden to carry in life.  When we nurture it, it consumes our thoughts, robs us of peace, and stifles our joy. Scientific studies suggest that harboring anger can increase our risk  of heart disease and a hose of other chronic illnesses.  Long before such scientific studies, the Bible wisely said:  "Let anger alone and leave rage." (Psalm 37:8)  But how can we do that? 

God's Word offers this wise counsel:  "The insight of a man certainly slows down his anger, and it is beauty on his part to pass over transgression."  (Proverbs 19:11) Insight is the ability to see beneath the surface, to look beyond the obvious.  Insight nurtures understanding, for it can help us to discern why another person spoke or acted in a certain way.  Endeavoring to grasp his genuine motives, feelings, and circumstances may help us to dispel negative thoughts and feeling towards him. 

Next time: Wisdom in "the Word of God" -Conclusion of A Book of "Practical Wisdom"

From the book: Draw Close to Jehovah