WISDOM - PURE

 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.”  James 3:13-17

There are seven characteristics of divine wisdom in James 3:13-17.  The first characteristic is pure. Wisdom from God is free from everything that is earthly or carnal.  It is the absence of any sinful attitude or cleansed of all ulterior motives - holy in heart and life.  This wisdom is concerned with motives, with integrity and honesty.  The wisdom of God is truth and takes precedence over everything else.

                                                            Joyce