In other words, true wisdom is vindicated by its consequences – what it produces. See also James 2:14-17.
Commentary from the MacArthur study Bible, notes for Luke 7:35.
Wisdom’s Consequences
Luke
Comprehending Truth
The gist of this expression seems to convey a supernatural opening of the minds of those to whom Jesus was speaking, to receive the truths He unfolded. Whereas their understanding was once dull, they finally saw clearly.
Commentary from the MacArthur study Bible, notes for Luke 24:45.
What was Jesus thinking?
What if you saw that an accident was about to happen that would involve you and the one person you care most about in this world and that it would result in the loss of life, but you see a way that you could save your loved one, however, it would mean the loss of your life. An act of sacrifice would mean that your loved one could go on living. That is what Jesus was thinking about when He went to the cross to give up His life (Luke 23:26-49). His sacrificial act was carried out on your behalf.
Rumors
Through the tender mercy of our God, with which the Dayspring from on high has visited us; to give light to those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace. Luke 1:78-79
Waiting, but ready?
You too, be ready; for the Son of Man is coming at an hour that you do not expect. Luke 12:40
It’s What You Give
Jesus does not give us gifts, talents, and resources merely to spend them on ourselves. He gives them to us so that we will use them to expand His kingdom and to meet the needs of others – especially fellow believers (1 Corinthians 12:4-7; Galatians 6:9-10).
Commentary from the Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible, 2d ed., notes for Luke 12:48.
What is Discerned Spiritually
Spiritual blindness can lead us to offer everything to God except what He wants – a spiritual commitment of the heart.
Without His Power
Even after three years in Jesus’ company, the disciples couldn’t live the Christian life on their own. They had to wait for the indwelling Holy Spirit, who gave them strength, guidance, and wisdom. That has not changed – it remains true that apart from Christ’s Spirit, we cannot overcome fleshly desires and live in obedience to God’s will. But when we rely on Him instead of ourselves, He produces godly desires within us, empowers obedience, and transforms our character into Christ’s likeness.
While this may not be the most interesting photo, it does convey the point spiritually. With His Spirit we have the Lord’s power, and without it we simply have no power on our own.
Commentary from the In Touch devotional by Charles Stanley, March 11, 2021.
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