“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” (James 1:5)
“Do ye not remember the things which the Lord hath said?—If ye will not harden your hearts, and ask me in faith, believing that ye shall receive, with diligence in keeping my commandments, surely these things shall be made known unto you.” (1 Nephi 15:11)
When aspiring to attain wisdom, these scriptures counsel us to direct our supplications to the Almighty, the source of all knowledge and understanding. The verses from the Epistle of James convey to us that God, in His benevolence, bestows wisdom generously upon those who earnestly seek it. In our approach to Heavenly Father, we do so with a heart humbled and free from reproach.
A parallel illustration of seeking divine guidance is found in the verse from 1 Nephi. It speaks of the significance of faith and assiduity in adhering to the Commandments. Through unwavering obedience, we are able to develop a deeper and intimate connection with God. As expressed in John 14:15, “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” To prevent the hardening of our hearts, it is imperative to maintain an open and receptive disposition towards the spiritual guidance bestowed by Heavenly Father.
I would like to point out that the quest for wisdom is not solely an individual pursuit but also a collective one, contributing to the development of unity and a shared spiritual purpose among brethren – indeed, all the children of God. Wisdom is sought collectively through faith, humility, and obedience to the Commandments and divine principles.
