What Is God Like? -GOD IS WISE

"How many your works are, O Jehovah!  You have made all of them in wisdom." -PSALM 104:24.

The more we learn about the things God has made, the more we find ourselves awed by his wisdom.  In fact, there is a field of study called biomimetic, or biomimicry, in which scientists examine Jehovah's creation and borrow elements of design found in nature to enhance their own designs.  These range from a single fastener to the design of airplanes. 

God's wisdom is seen nowhere more marvelously than in the human body.  Consider, for example, the way a human baby develops.  the process begins with one fertilized cell, which contains all the genetic instructions  needed.  The cell divides into many cells that look alike.  But at just the right time, the cells begin to form differently, resulting in hundreds of distinct types, such as blood cells, nerve cells, and bone cells.  Soon organ systems appear and start to function.  In just nine months, that original cell develops into a complete infant made up of billions of cells.  The wisdom seen in such design moves many to agree with the Bible writer who said:  "I praise you because in an awe-inspiring way I am wonderfully made." The human eye is a marvel of creation. -PSALM 139:14. 

How do we benefit from God's wisdom?    The Creator knows what we need to be happy.  Drawing from his vast knowledge and understanding, he provides wise counsel in  his Word, the Bible.  For example, it urges:  "Continue . . . forgiving one another freely." (Colossians 3:13)  Is that wise counsel?  Yes, Research has found that being freely forgiving can improve one's sleep and lower one's blood pressure.  It may also reduce the risk of depression and do other health issues.  God is like a wise, caring friend who never ceases  to give us helpful advice. (2 Timothy 3:16,17)  Would you not want to have such a friend? 

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