Acquiring A Heart Of Wisdom - Zac Poonen
Summary
The speaker draws from Psalm 90 to emphasize the importance of acquiring wisdom during our allotted time on earth. He argues that true wisdom is a hidden quality, illustrated by the wise and foolish virgins and the wise and foolish builders, which cannot be displayed merely through outward religious observance. Ultimately, the goal is to build a deep, foundational wisdom that will prove itself when the Lord returns.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Lord, teach us to number our daysMoses prayed out of the wilderness experience that God would teach people to number their days so they might present a heart of wisdom to Him before leaving this earth.Psalm 90:12
The hidden oil of the wise virginsThe wise virgins had an extra hidden flask of oil representing wisdom, whereas foolish people only focus on external religion and testimony before men.
Building the foundation on the rockLike the wise builder who dug deep to lay his foundation on the rock, true wisdom is a hidden inward reality that prepares a person for the storms of life.
Guarding against spiritual pride and outer changesTime tests whether people remain wholehearted or fall into spiritual pride, whether through gifts, leadership roles, or material blessings.
An inner life independent of circumstancesA wise person's joy and relationship with the Lord are completely independent of external circumstances, praise, or criticism, just as Paul learned to be content in any situation.
Truth in the innermost beingAfter his sin, David recognized that external repentance and apologies are not enough; God desires truth and wisdom in the innermost hidden part of man.
The Spirit of wisdom resting on JesusProphesied in Isaiah, the Spirit of wisdom rested on Jesus as a man, causing Him not to judge by what His eyes saw or His ears heard.Isaiah 11:2–3
Growing in wisdom by listening to GodJesus grew in wisdom from childhood to adulthood by staying continually under the waterfall of the Holy Spirit and choosing to listen to God's word rather than earthly distractions.
Growing in wisdom through subjectionJesus continually submitted to imperfect earthly parents and authority, showing that God grants spiritual authority only to those who learn submission.
Wisdom from beneath versus wisdom from aboveSelfish ambition and jealousy spring from an earthly, demonic wisdom, while the wisdom that comes from above is pure, peaceable, reasonable, and full of mercy.
