{"id":177,"date":"2025-08-03T19:39:20","date_gmt":"2025-08-03T19:39:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177"},"modified":"2025-08-03T19:39:24","modified_gmt":"2025-08-03T19:39:24","slug":"bible-study-growing-in-godly-wisdom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177","title":{"rendered":"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-post-author-name\">Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a world overflowing with information, opinions, and voices competing for our attention, wisdom remains one of the most essential and yet most misunderstood virtues. Godly wisdom is not the same as intelligence, cleverness, or life experience\u2014it is a spiritual understanding that comes from knowing God, fearing Him, and walking in His ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bible teaches that true wisdom begins with reverence for the Lord (Proverbs 9:10). It is a gift from God, yet it also grows in us as we seek Him through prayer, His Word, godly counsel, and life\u2019s lessons. Wisdom helps us live well, make sound decisions, and respond with grace, humility, and righteousness in every circumstance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Bible study is designed to help you understand what godly wisdom is, where it comes from, how it grows, and what it produces in the life of a believer. Whether you&#8217;re new to studying Scripture or seeking deeper spiritual maturity, these sessions will guide you through foundational truths that will shape your character and choices for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you begin this study, open your heart to what God wants to reveal. Ask Him for wisdom\u2014He promises to give it generously to those who seek Him in faith (James 1:5). Let this journey transform not just your knowledge, but your way of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Opening Question:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What comes to mind when you hear the word \u201cwisdom\u201d? How do you think God defines it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><sup><sub><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">NOTE:  <a href=\"#Questions&amp;Answers\">Click here to go down to <strong>Questions &amp; Answers<\/strong> to find answers to this and other questions<\/a><\/mark><\/sub><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Wisdom Begins with Reverence for God<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:<\/strong> Proverbs 9:10 (ESV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What does \u201cfear of the Lord\u201d mean in this verse?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why do you think this is called the <em>beginning<\/em> of wisdom?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>Reflect on ways you can show reverence for God in your daily choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prayer:<\/strong><br>Lord, help me to truly fear You\u2014not in fearfulness but with awe and respect. Teach me to honor You above all and to make You the foundation of my wisdom. May my heart always be aligned with Your holiness. Amen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. God Gives Wisdom Freely<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:<\/strong> James 1:5 (ESV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIf any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How does this verse encourage you to approach God?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can you share a time when you asked God for wisdom and saw Him answer?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>Identify a current challenge or decision where you can ask God for wisdom this week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prayer:<\/strong><br>Father, I come to You now asking for wisdom. Please give me clarity and understanding for the decisions I face. Thank You for Your generosity and patience. Help me to trust Your guidance every day. Amen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Wisdom Comes Through God\u2019s Word<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:<\/strong> Psalm 119:105 (ESV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cYour word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How has God\u2019s Word guided you in difficult situations?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What habits can help us engage more deeply with Scripture?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>Commit to reading a chapter of Proverbs or Psalms daily for the next week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prayer:<\/strong><br>God, thank You for Your Word that lights my path. Open my eyes and heart to receive Your truth. Help me to meditate on Scripture and apply it faithfully in my life. Guide me in Your wisdom as I read Your Word. Amen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Learning from Life and Instruction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:<\/strong> Proverbs 1:5\u20137 (ESV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cLet the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance, to understand a proverb and a saying, the words of the wise and their riddles. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Why is it important to be teachable and open to learning?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can you think of a time when learning from experience or advice changed your perspective?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>Write down one lesson you\u2019ve learned recently and how you can apply it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prayer:<\/strong><br>Lord, thank You for the lessons You teach me through life\u2019s experiences. Help me to remain teachable and open to Your correction. Give me the humility to learn from others and grow in Your wisdom. Amen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. The Importance of Godly Counsel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:<\/strong> Proverbs 11:14 (ESV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhere there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who are the trusted advisors or mentors in your life?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How can seeking counsel protect us from making poor decisions?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>Reach out this week to a trusted mentor or friend for advice on something you\u2019re facing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prayer:<\/strong><br>Father, thank You for placing wise and godly people in my life. Help me to seek their counsel humbly and listen with an open heart. Lead me to the right advisors and give me discernment to follow Your direction. Amen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Humility is Essential for Wisdom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:<\/strong> Proverbs 11:2 (ESV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhen pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How does pride interfere with gaining wisdom?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What does humility look like in practice?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>Reflect on one area where you can practice humility and invite God\u2019s help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prayer:<\/strong><br>Lord, pride can blind me, but I want to walk humbly before You. Help me to admit my faults and be teachable. Fill me with humility that reflects Your heart and leads me to true wisdom. Amen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. The Blessings of Wisdom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read:<\/strong> Proverbs 3:13\u201318 (ESV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cBlessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding, for the gain from her is better than gain from silver and her profit better than gold. She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her; those who hold her fast are called blessed.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What are some benefits of wisdom mentioned here?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How can wisdom bring peace in our daily lives?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Application:<\/strong><br>Choose one biblical principle (patience, honesty, kindness, etc.) to focus on living out this week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prayer:<\/strong><br>God, I thank You for the blessing of wisdom. Help me to hold fast to it and live in a way that brings peace and honor to You. May Your wisdom guide my words, actions, and decisions each day. Amen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Closing:<\/strong><br>As we conclude today\u2019s study, I encourage each of you to reflect on the wisdom principles we\u2019ve discussed. Choose one\u2014whether it\u2019s cultivating reverence for God, seeking His guidance through prayer, embracing humility, or seeking godly counsel\u2014and intentionally apply it in your life this week. Remember, growing in wisdom is a journey, and small steps taken daily can lead to profound transformation. Let God\u2019s Word be your lamp and His Spirit your guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final<\/strong> <strong>Closing Prayer:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cLord, thank You for being the source of all wisdom. Help us to fear You, seek Your guidance, and grow in understanding through Your Word and counsel. Give us humility to learn and courage to live out Your wisdom daily. In Jesus\u2019 name, Amen.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Questions&amp;Answers\">Questions &amp; <strong>Answers<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Opening Question:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q:<\/strong> What comes to mind when you hear \u201cwisdom\u201d? How does God define it?<br><strong>A:<\/strong> Wisdom means living rightly before God, starting with reverence for Him and following His truth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Wisdom Begins with Reverence for God<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1:<\/strong> What does \u201cfear of the Lord\u201d mean?<br><strong>A1:<\/strong> Deep respect, awe, and submission to God\u2019s authority.<br><strong>Q2:<\/strong> Why is this the <em>beginning<\/em> of wisdom?<br><strong>A2:<\/strong> Because true wisdom flows from recognizing God as Creator and Judge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. God Gives Wisdom Freely<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1:<\/strong> How should we approach God about wisdom?<br><strong>A1:<\/strong> Boldly and with faith, trusting He will give generously to those who ask.<br><strong>Q2:<\/strong> Can you share a personal example of God\u2019s wisdom?<br><strong>A2:<\/strong> (Encourage sharing of personal experiences.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Wisdom Comes Through God\u2019s Word<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1:<\/strong> How has Scripture guided you?<br><strong>A1:<\/strong> It gives direction, comfort, and moral guidance.<br><strong>Q2:<\/strong> What habits help us engage Scripture deeply?<br><strong>A2:<\/strong> Regular reading, meditation, prayer, memorization, study groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Learning from Life and Instruction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1:<\/strong> Why is being teachable important?<br><strong>A1:<\/strong> It allows growth and prevents repeating mistakes.<br><strong>Q2:<\/strong> When did learning from advice or experience change you?<br><strong>A2:<\/strong> (Invite personal reflections.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. The Importance of Godly Counsel<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1:<\/strong> Who are your trusted mentors?<br><strong>A1:<\/strong> Family, pastors, mature Christians, friends.<br><strong>Q2:<\/strong> How does counsel protect us?<br><strong>A2:<\/strong> Provides perspective, warns of mistakes, encourages accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Humility is Essential for Wisdom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1:<\/strong> How does pride hinder wisdom?<br><strong>A1:<\/strong> It blocks correction and blinds us to faults.<br><strong>Q2:<\/strong> What does humility look like?<br><strong>A2:<\/strong> Admitting mistakes, listening, valuing others\u2019 input.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. The Blessings of Wisdom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1:<\/strong> What benefits does wisdom bring?<br><strong>A1:<\/strong> Happiness, long life, honor, peace, greater than wealth.<br><strong>Q2:<\/strong> How does wisdom bring peace?<br><strong>A2:<\/strong> Guides right decisions, fosters good relationships, and trust in God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Feel free to ask me about anything, including comments on articles, questions you may have, and so on.<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-open-type=\"on hover\" data-opening-time=\"0s\" data-waiting-after-closing=\"-1s\" data-show-again-in=\"0\" id=\"l7gstiesz3\" class=\"wp-block-makeiteasy-popup open-on-hover popup-floating popup-modeless makeiteasy-popup-outermost\"><div class=\"makeiteasy-popup-overlay\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div role=\"dialog\" aria-modal=\"false\" class=\"has-above-close makeiteasy-popup-wrapper\"><div class=\"makeiteasy-popup-content-wrapper\"><\/div><button aria-label=\"Close modal\" class=\"makeiteasy-popup-close\" data-micromodal-close-l7gstiesz3=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M19.546 17.954a1.127 1.127 0 0 1-1.594 1.594L12 13.594l-5.954 5.952a1.127 1.127 0 0 1-1.594-1.594L10.406 12 4.454 6.046a1.127 1.127 0 0 1 1.594-1.594L12 10.406l5.954-5.955a1.127 1.127 0 0 1 1.594 1.594L13.594 12z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<noscript class=\"ninja-forms-noscript-message\">\n\tNotice: JavaScript is required for this content.<\/noscript>\n<div id=\"nf-form-1-cont\" class=\"nf-form-cont\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-labelledby=\"nf-form-title-1\" aria-describedby=\"nf-form-errors-1\" role=\"form\">\n\n    <div class=\"nf-loading-spinner\"><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n        <!-- That data is being printed as a workaround to page builders reordering the order of the scripts loaded-->\n        <script>var formDisplay=1;var nfForms=nfForms||[];var form=[];form.id='1';form.settings={\"objectType\":\"Form Setting\",\"editActive\":\"\",\"title\":\"Contact Me\",\"key\":\"\",\"created_at\":\"2025-07-25 14:15:05\",\"default_label_pos\":\"above\",\"conditions\":[],\"show_title\":\"1\",\"clear_complete\":\"1\",\"hide_complete\":\"1\",\"wrapper_class\":\"\",\"element_class\":\"\",\"add_submit\":\"1\",\"logged_in\":\"\",\"not_logged_in_msg\":\"\",\"sub_limit_number\":\"\",\"sub_limit_msg\":\"\",\"calculations\":[],\"formContentData\":[\"name\",\"email\",\"message\",\"submit\"],\"container_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"container_styles_border\":\"\",\"container_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"container_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"container_styles_color\":\"\",\"container_styles_height\":\"\",\"container_styles_width\":\"\",\"container_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"container_styles_margin\":\"\",\"container_styles_padding\":\"\",\"container_styles_display\":\"\",\"container_styles_float\":\"\",\"container_styles_show_advanced_css\":\"0\",\"container_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"title_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"title_styles_border\":\"\",\"title_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"title_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"title_styles_color\":\"\",\"title_styles_height\":\"\",\"title_styles_width\":\"\",\"title_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"title_styles_margin\":\"\",\"title_styles_padding\":\"\",\"title_styles_display\":\"\",\"title_styles_float\":\"\",\"title_styles_show_advanced_css\":\"0\",\"title_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"row_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"row_styles_border\":\"\",\"row_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"row_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"row_styles_color\":\"\",\"row_styles_height\":\"\",\"row_styles_width\":\"\",\"row_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"row_styles_margin\":\"\",\"row_styles_padding\":\"\",\"row_styles_display\":\"\",\"row_styles_show_advanced_css\":\"0\",\"row_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_border\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_color\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_height\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_width\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_margin\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_padding\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_display\":\"\",\"row-odd_styles_show_advanced_css\":\"0\",\"row-odd_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_border\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_color\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_height\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_width\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_margin\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_padding\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_display\":\"\",\"success-msg_styles_show_advanced_css\":\"0\",\"success-msg_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_border\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_color\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_height\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_width\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_margin\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_padding\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_display\":\"\",\"error_msg_styles_show_advanced_css\":\"0\",\"error_msg_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"allow_public_link\":0,\"embed_form\":\"\",\"form_title_heading_level\":\"3\",\"currency\":\"\",\"unique_field_error\":\"A form with this value has already been submitted.\",\"ninjaForms\":\"Ninja Forms\",\"changeEmailErrorMsg\":\"Please enter a valid email address!\",\"changeDateErrorMsg\":\"Please enter a valid date!\",\"confirmFieldErrorMsg\":\"These fields must match!\",\"fieldNumberNumMinError\":\"Number Min Error\",\"fieldNumberNumMaxError\":\"Number Max Error\",\"fieldNumberIncrementBy\":\"Please increment by \",\"fieldTextareaRTEInsertLink\":\"Insert Link\",\"fieldTextareaRTEInsertMedia\":\"Insert Media\",\"fieldTextareaRTESelectAFile\":\"Select a file\",\"tableInsertRowAbove\":\"Insert Row Above\",\"tableInsertRowBelow\":\"Insert Row Below\",\"tableInsertColumnLeft\":\"Insert Column Left\",\"tableInsertColumnRight\":\"Insert Column Right\",\"tableDeleteRow\":\"Delete Row\",\"tableDeleteColumn\":\"Delete Column\",\"tableDeleteTable\":\"Delete Table\",\"tableLegacyNotice\":\"This content has tables in the old editor format. Custom styles are preserved until converted. Editing will update to the new format.\",\"tableLegacyConvert\":\"Convert Now\",\"tableInsertTable\":\"Insert Table\",\"dismiss\":\"Dismiss\",\"insertLink\":\"Insert Link\",\"formErrorsCorrectErrors\":\"Please correct errors before submitting this form.\",\"formHoneypot\":\"If you are a human seeing this field, please leave it empty.\",\"validateRequiredField\":\"This is a required field.\",\"honeypotHoneypotError\":\"Honeypot Error\",\"fileUploadOldCodeFileUploadInProgress\":\"File Upload in Progress.\",\"fileUploadOldCodeFileUpload\":\"FILE UPLOAD\",\"currencySymbol\":false,\"fieldsMarkedRequired\":\"Fields marked with an <span class=\\\"ninja-forms-req-symbol\\\">*<\\\/span> are required\",\"thousands_sep\":\",\",\"decimal_point\":\".\",\"siteLocale\":\"en_US\",\"dateFormat\":\"m\\\/d\\\/Y\",\"startOfWeek\":\"1\",\"of\":\"of\",\"previousMonth\":\"Previous Month\",\"nextMonth\":\"Next Month\",\"months\":[\"January\",\"February\",\"March\",\"April\",\"May\",\"June\",\"July\",\"August\",\"September\",\"October\",\"November\",\"December\"],\"monthsShort\":[\"Jan\",\"Feb\",\"Mar\",\"Apr\",\"May\",\"Jun\",\"Jul\",\"Aug\",\"Sep\",\"Oct\",\"Nov\",\"Dec\"],\"weekdays\":[\"Sunday\",\"Monday\",\"Tuesday\",\"Wednesday\",\"Thursday\",\"Friday\",\"Saturday\"],\"weekdaysShort\":[\"Sun\",\"Mon\",\"Tue\",\"Wed\",\"Thu\",\"Fri\",\"Sat\"],\"weekdaysMin\":[\"Su\",\"Mo\",\"Tu\",\"We\",\"Th\",\"Fr\",\"Sa\"],\"recaptchaConsentMissing\":\"reCaptcha validation couldn&#039;t load.\",\"recaptchaMissingCookie\":\"reCaptcha v3 validation couldn&#039;t load the cookie needed to submit the form.\",\"recaptchaConsentEvent\":\"Accept reCaptcha cookies before sending the form.\",\"currency_symbol\":\"\",\"beforeForm\":\"\",\"beforeFields\":\"\",\"afterFields\":\"\",\"afterForm\":\"\"};form.fields=[{\"objectType\":\"Field\",\"objectDomain\":\"fields\",\"editActive\":false,\"order\":1,\"idAttribute\":\"id\",\"label\":\"Name\",\"key\":\"name\",\"type\":\"textbox\",\"created_at\":\"2025-07-25 14:15:06\",\"label_pos\":\"above\",\"required\":1,\"placeholder\":\"\",\"default\":\"\",\"wrapper_class\":\"\",\"element_class\":\"\",\"container_class\":\"\",\"input_limit\":\"\",\"input_limit_type\":\"characters\",\"input_limit_msg\":\"Character(s) left\",\"manual_key\":\"\",\"disable_input\":\"\",\"admin_label\":\"\",\"help_text\":\"\",\"desc_text\":\"\",\"disable_browser_autocomplete\":\"\",\"mask\":\"\",\"custom_mask\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_height\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_width\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_margin\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_padding\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_display\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_float\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"wrap_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"label_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"label_styles_border\":\"\",\"label_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"label_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"label_styles_color\":\"\",\"label_styles_height\":\"\",\"label_styles_width\":\"\",\"label_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"label_styles_margin\":\"\",\"label_styles_padding\":\"\",\"label_styles_display\":\"\",\"label_styles_float\":\"\",\"label_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"label_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"element_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"element_styles_border\":\"\",\"element_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"element_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"element_styles_color\":\"\",\"element_styles_height\":\"\",\"element_styles_width\":\"\",\"element_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"element_styles_margin\":\"\",\"element_styles_padding\":\"\",\"element_styles_display\":\"\",\"element_styles_float\":\"\",\"element_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"element_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"cellcid\":\"c3277\",\"custom_name_attribute\":\"\",\"personally_identifiable\":\"\",\"value\":\"\",\"id\":1,\"beforeField\":\"\",\"afterField\":\"\",\"parentType\":\"textbox\",\"element_templates\":[\"textbox\",\"input\"],\"old_classname\":\"\",\"wrap_template\":\"wrap\"},{\"objectType\":\"Field\",\"objectDomain\":\"fields\",\"editActive\":false,\"order\":2,\"idAttribute\":\"id\",\"label\":\"Email\",\"key\":\"email\",\"type\":\"email\",\"created_at\":\"2025-07-25 14:15:06\",\"label_pos\":\"above\",\"required\":1,\"placeholder\":\"\",\"default\":\"\",\"wrapper_class\":\"\",\"element_class\":\"\",\"container_class\":\"\",\"admin_label\":\"\",\"help_text\":\"\",\"desc_text\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_height\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_width\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_margin\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_padding\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_display\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_float\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"wrap_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"label_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"label_styles_border\":\"\",\"label_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"label_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"label_styles_color\":\"\",\"label_styles_height\":\"\",\"label_styles_width\":\"\",\"label_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"label_styles_margin\":\"\",\"label_styles_padding\":\"\",\"label_styles_display\":\"\",\"label_styles_float\":\"\",\"label_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"label_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"element_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"element_styles_border\":\"\",\"element_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"element_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"element_styles_color\":\"\",\"element_styles_height\":\"\",\"element_styles_width\":\"\",\"element_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"element_styles_margin\":\"\",\"element_styles_padding\":\"\",\"element_styles_display\":\"\",\"element_styles_float\":\"\",\"element_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"element_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"cellcid\":\"c3281\",\"custom_name_attribute\":\"email\",\"personally_identifiable\":1,\"value\":\"\",\"id\":2,\"beforeField\":\"\",\"afterField\":\"\",\"parentType\":\"email\",\"element_templates\":[\"email\",\"input\"],\"old_classname\":\"\",\"wrap_template\":\"wrap\"},{\"objectType\":\"Field\",\"objectDomain\":\"fields\",\"editActive\":false,\"order\":3,\"idAttribute\":\"id\",\"label\":\"Message\",\"key\":\"message\",\"type\":\"textarea\",\"created_at\":\"2025-07-25 14:15:06\",\"label_pos\":\"above\",\"required\":1,\"placeholder\":\"\",\"default\":\"\",\"wrapper_class\":\"\",\"element_class\":\"\",\"container_class\":\"\",\"input_limit\":\"\",\"input_limit_type\":\"characters\",\"input_limit_msg\":\"Character(s) left\",\"manual_key\":\"\",\"disable_input\":\"\",\"admin_label\":\"\",\"help_text\":\"\",\"desc_text\":\"\",\"disable_browser_autocomplete\":\"\",\"textarea_rte\":\"\",\"disable_rte_mobile\":\"\",\"textarea_media\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_height\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_width\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_margin\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_padding\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_display\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_float\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"wrap_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"label_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"label_styles_border\":\"\",\"label_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"label_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"label_styles_color\":\"\",\"label_styles_height\":\"\",\"label_styles_width\":\"\",\"label_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"label_styles_margin\":\"\",\"label_styles_padding\":\"\",\"label_styles_display\":\"\",\"label_styles_float\":\"\",\"label_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"label_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"element_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"element_styles_border\":\"\",\"element_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"element_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"element_styles_color\":\"\",\"element_styles_height\":\"\",\"element_styles_width\":\"\",\"element_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"element_styles_margin\":\"\",\"element_styles_padding\":\"\",\"element_styles_display\":\"\",\"element_styles_float\":\"\",\"element_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"element_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"cellcid\":\"c3284\",\"value\":\"\",\"id\":3,\"beforeField\":\"\",\"afterField\":\"\",\"parentType\":\"textarea\",\"element_templates\":[\"textarea\",\"input\"],\"old_classname\":\"\",\"wrap_template\":\"wrap\"},{\"objectType\":\"Field\",\"objectDomain\":\"fields\",\"editActive\":false,\"order\":5,\"idAttribute\":\"id\",\"label\":\"Submit\",\"key\":\"submit\",\"type\":\"submit\",\"created_at\":\"2025-07-25 14:15:06\",\"processing_label\":\"Processing\",\"container_class\":\"\",\"element_class\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_color\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_height\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_width\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_margin\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_padding\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_display\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_float\":\"\",\"wrap_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"wrap_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"label_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"label_styles_border\":\"\",\"label_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"label_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"label_styles_color\":\"\",\"label_styles_height\":\"\",\"label_styles_width\":\"\",\"label_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"label_styles_margin\":\"\",\"label_styles_padding\":\"\",\"label_styles_display\":\"\",\"label_styles_float\":\"\",\"label_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"label_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"element_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"element_styles_border\":\"\",\"element_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"element_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"element_styles_color\":\"\",\"element_styles_height\":\"\",\"element_styles_width\":\"\",\"element_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"element_styles_margin\":\"\",\"element_styles_padding\":\"\",\"element_styles_display\":\"\",\"element_styles_float\":\"\",\"element_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"element_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_background-color\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_border\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_border-style\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_border-color\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_color\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_height\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_width\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_font-size\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_margin\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_padding\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_display\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_float\":\"\",\"submit_element_hover_styles_show_advanced_css\":0,\"submit_element_hover_styles_advanced\":\"\",\"cellcid\":\"c3287\",\"admin_label\":\"\",\"id\":4,\"beforeField\":\"\",\"afterField\":\"\",\"value\":\"\",\"label_pos\":\"above\",\"parentType\":\"textbox\",\"element_templates\":[\"submit\",\"button\",\"input\"],\"old_classname\":\"\",\"wrap_template\":\"wrap-no-label\"}];nfForms.push(form);<\/script>\n        \n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><sub>Copyright Notice \u00a9 2025 Dr. Cecil Thorn\u00a0<\/sub><\/strong><sub>Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this work authored by Dr. Cecil Thorn, to distribute, display, and reproduce the work, in its entirety, including verbatim copies, provided that no fee is charged for the copies or distribution. This permission is granted for non-commercial distribution only.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction In a world overflowing with information, opinions, and voices competing for our attention, wisdom remains one of the most essential and yet most misunderstood virtues. Godly wisdom is.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":183,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[50],"tags":[55,46,54,14,51,56,47,53,57],"class_list":["post-177","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bible-study","tag-application","tag-bible","tag-discussion","tag-god","tag-growing","tag-prayer","tag-study","tag-wisdom","tag-word"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom &#8212; CWT MINISTRY<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Grow in God\u2019s wisdom through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Discover how divine insight transforms your choices and deepens your walk with Christ.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom &#8212; CWT MINISTRY\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Grow in God\u2019s wisdom through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Discover how divine insight transforms your choices and deepens your walk with Christ.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"CWT MINISTRY\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-08-03T19:39:20+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-08-03T19:39:24+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/seek-wisdom-60.png\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"528\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"282\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/png\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"7 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/11b68d8f5177b47a2ac6efbcef382eda\"},\"headline\":\"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-08-03T19:39:20+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-08-03T19:39:24+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177\"},\"wordCount\":1578,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/11b68d8f5177b47a2ac6efbcef382eda\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/08\\\/seek-wisdom-60.png\",\"keywords\":[\"Application\",\"Bible\",\"Discussion\",\"God\",\"growing\",\"Prayer\",\"Study\",\"Wisdom\",\"Word\"],\"articleSection\":[\"Bible Study\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177\",\"name\":\"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom &#8212; CWT MINISTRY\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/08\\\/seek-wisdom-60.png\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-08-03T19:39:20+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-08-03T19:39:24+00:00\",\"description\":\"Grow in God\u2019s wisdom through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Discover how divine insight transforms your choices and deepens your walk with Christ.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/08\\\/seek-wisdom-60.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/08\\\/seek-wisdom-60.png\",\"width\":528,\"height\":282},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?p=177#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/\",\"name\":\"CWT MINISTRY\",\"description\":\"Study to shew thyself approved unto God\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/11b68d8f5177b47a2ac6efbcef382eda\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":[\"Person\",\"Organization\"],\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/11b68d8f5177b47a2ac6efbcef382eda\",\"name\":\"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/09\\\/cropped-CWTMINISTRY-LOGO-50.png\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/09\\\/cropped-CWTMINISTRY-LOGO-50.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/09\\\/cropped-CWTMINISTRY-LOGO-50.png\",\"width\":379,\"height\":379,\"caption\":\"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)\"},\"logo\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2025\\\/09\\\/cropped-CWTMINISTRY-LOGO-50.png\"},\"description\":\"Is a teacher and servant of Christ with a passion for guiding believers into deeper intimacy with God through Scripture, prayer, and Spirit-led living. His ministry is devoted to equipping the Church to walk in truth, freedom, and faithfulness to Christ\u2019s call.\",\"sameAs\":[\"http:\\\/\\\/cwtministry.com\"],\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.cwtministry.com\\\/?author=3\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom &#8212; CWT MINISTRY","description":"Grow in God\u2019s wisdom through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Discover how divine insight transforms your choices and deepens your walk with Christ.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom &#8212; CWT MINISTRY","og_description":"Grow in God\u2019s wisdom through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Discover how divine insight transforms your choices and deepens your walk with Christ.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177","og_site_name":"CWT MINISTRY","article_published_time":"2025-08-03T19:39:20+00:00","article_modified_time":"2025-08-03T19:39:24+00:00","og_image":[{"width":528,"height":282,"url":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/seek-wisdom-60.png","type":"image\/png"}],"author":"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)","Est. reading time":"7 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177"},"author":{"name":"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)","@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/#\/schema\/person\/11b68d8f5177b47a2ac6efbcef382eda"},"headline":"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom","datePublished":"2025-08-03T19:39:20+00:00","dateModified":"2025-08-03T19:39:24+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177"},"wordCount":1578,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/#\/schema\/person\/11b68d8f5177b47a2ac6efbcef382eda"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/seek-wisdom-60.png","keywords":["Application","Bible","Discussion","God","growing","Prayer","Study","Wisdom","Word"],"articleSection":["Bible Study"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177","url":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177","name":"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom &#8212; CWT MINISTRY","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/seek-wisdom-60.png","datePublished":"2025-08-03T19:39:20+00:00","dateModified":"2025-08-03T19:39:24+00:00","description":"Grow in God\u2019s wisdom through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. Discover how divine insight transforms your choices and deepens your walk with Christ.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/seek-wisdom-60.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/seek-wisdom-60.png","width":528,"height":282},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?p=177#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Bible Study: Growing in Godly Wisdom"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/","name":"CWT MINISTRY","description":"Study to shew thyself approved unto God","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/#\/schema\/person\/11b68d8f5177b47a2ac6efbcef382eda"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":["Person","Organization"],"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/#\/schema\/person\/11b68d8f5177b47a2ac6efbcef382eda","name":"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cropped-CWTMINISTRY-LOGO-50.png","url":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cropped-CWTMINISTRY-LOGO-50.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cropped-CWTMINISTRY-LOGO-50.png","width":379,"height":379,"caption":"Dr. CECIL W THORN, Ph.D. (Theology)"},"logo":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cropped-CWTMINISTRY-LOGO-50.png"},"description":"Is a teacher and servant of Christ with a passion for guiding believers into deeper intimacy with God through Scripture, prayer, and Spirit-led living. His ministry is devoted to equipping the Church to walk in truth, freedom, and faithfulness to Christ\u2019s call.","sameAs":["http:\/\/cwtministry.com"],"url":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/?author=3"}]}},"post_mailing_queue_ids":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=177"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":186,"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/177\/revisions\/186"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/183"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=177"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=177"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cwtministry.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=177"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}