“And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and the Lord was with
him.” [1Sam 18:14]
David was not only a harp player. He has so many potentials hidden in him plus he
was very wise and that’s what set him apart from the servant of Saul. So what are the things we consider as a wise behaviour?
· Composure: composure is a wise behavior driven by self-control. So if you believe that you are a mature person then traces of composure must be seen in your life. With composure, you understand that you cannot sleep with a woman until you marry.
· Conservativeness: a wise behavior driven by long-held beliefs and values. Example can be the value of not taking/accepting bribes in exchange of a favour.
· Consciousness: a wise behavior driven by awareness; being aware of who you are, where you are, whose presence you are is very important. So what you will say when you are with friends will be totally different when you are speaking with your father or pastor.
· Consideration: a wise behavior driven by concern for others. One of the wisest behavior you can have is to put yourself in the shoes of others and feel what they feel and see what they see. For instance if you are considerate person, you will be moved when you see children or beggars begging for money…and as a considerate person you will willingly help them. “Blessed is he who considers the poor; the LORD will deliver him in time of trouble.” Ps 42:1
· Complying: wise behavior driven by obedience to authority or command. Example, let’s say you are driving and about 20 meters to get to a traffic light, wisdom will tell you not to over speed especially when the yellow light is on.
· Comportment: is a wise behaviour driven by good manners. Good manners will teach you that when you see an old person carrying a load, do offer help. Good manners will teach you that you don’t pick calls in the presence of an elderly person or your superior or your father or even your pastor especially when you are having a meeting with them.
· Contentness: it is a wise behaviour driven by repentance and remorse. When two thieves were crucified with Jesus, one humbly admitted that he is a sinner who deserves to die. He exhibited wisdom by admitting his sins but the other thieve did not. The worst thing that can happen to you is to never admit your wrongs. That it is written that if we confess our sins, He is faithful and Just to forgive us and also to cleanse us from all our unrighteousness. And for you to confess means that you willingly admit your wrongs or sins and that you are prepared or eager to accept help from above.
Inspired by the teachings of Bishop Gideon Titi Offei
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