In complex situations within systems of this world, one exercising wisdom may seek short-term solutions in the hope that those involved may gradually benefit in the long term. It is wise to have in view the requirements of God as to the promise held out of a better life now, followed by everlasting life in the spirit heavens, toward that final bliss. For this to become a reality, then decisions should be linked to everlasting principles.

Wise administrators would prove more successful if all the underlying facets of error were shown up within societies. Then those with the ability to take such factors into account --while wisely bearing in mind the pitfall that stumbles one, that of ministering with an overly righteous disposition-- would be in a better position to administer according to true wisdom.

Experience, knowledge, and a deep understanding of spiritual matters are essential qualities to advance the Will of God, both now and in the coming system of things. There is nothing as important, particularly as to the perfect law of the spirit.⁽¹⁾ Therefore it was true of Solomon to state: "...youth come quickly to perfection will shame the man old in sin. Men will see the wise man's end, without understanding what the Lord had purposed for him and why He took him into safe keeping".⁽²⁾ Men, that is, who do not understand why a wise man would choose to suffer for righteousness' sake (sufferings to acquire and remain righteous).

Even Solomon, who wrote extensively on the subject of wisdom, did not subject himself according to wisdom during his later life. He failed in the attainment of relative perfection himself. In fact, he ended up worshipping false gods. Perhaps if Solomon had suffered for righteousness' sake as David did, he too may have subjected himself to God. Instead, he sinned against God even after acquiring the knowledge of the many facets of wisdom. He certainly did not benefit after knowing of its ways. Yet God used him as a human instrument, to make public a record of wisdom within the reach of human minds (showing also the impartiality of God). Although wise, Solomon did not from within himself gain the victory.

Underlying motives and resulting dispositions shown in people's actions, some of which are inherited, often cause them to deviate. I believe these are the first things we should meditate on as to solving problems of one's life; acknowledging that outward displays sometimes belie underlying motives. Only when human error is fully made known (publicly exposed), and the benefits that result from righteousness deeply known and felt, can men see their way clearly towards the way of perfection themselves, and be in a position to help others.

WISDOM HAS MANY FACETS.
Relatively few humans have come to realise this very important facet of wisdom and foreknowledge of God, that since the birth of Adam's third son Seth, God has been creating the spirit lives of spirit sons (His "new creation"). That although the fleshly form of Adam was created instantly perfect, all humans since Adam were born in inherited sin because of the penalty placed upon him and his offspring. Adam proved that his spirit was not created instantly perfect as his flesh was. And relatively few men since Adam have been, and are still being, progressively created in their spirit toward relative perfection, after which they are to receive a resurrection of their everlasting spirit body 'as God pleases'.⁽³⁾ In simple terms then, the spirit of a man takes some time and sufferings to be created in the image of God and His Son. The spirit of humans is not robotic in nature, created instantly perfect at birth.

SOME QUALITIES (FACETS) RELATED TO WISDOM:
Broad effectual knowledge, experience, deep understanding, justice, prudence, discernment, practicality, foresight, insight, soundness, self-control, meekness, peaceableness, reasonableness, obedience, calmness, skilfulness, shrewdness, moderation. Sadly, I have heard so many fools make statements like: 'What we are when we're born, that is how we'll end up'.

(1) James 1: 25.      (2) Wisdom of Solomon 4:16 NEB.      (3) 1 Cor 15:35-44.

25/9/90.