Dictionary of Bible Themes: 2081 Jesus Christ, wisdom of

2081 Jesus Christ, wisdom of

Dictionary of Bible Themes

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Jesus Christ's deep understanding of God, people and situations derived from his relationship with God his Father and from knowledge of his word. Christ's wisdom is seen in his words, actions and dealings with people.

The wisdom of Messiah was foretold and recognised in Jesus Christ

Isaiah 11:2 See also Proverbs 8:22-23; Isaiah 52:13; John 1:1; John 4:29; 1 Corinthians 1:24,30; Colossians 2:2-3

Wisdom was characteristic of Jesus Christ's childhood

Luke 2:40 See also Luke 2:46-47,52

Wisdom was characteristic of Jesus Christ's ministry

Jesus Christ's wisdom was exceptional

Matthew 13:54 pp Mark 6:2 See also Matthew 12:42 pp Luke 11:31; Mark 11:18; John 7:15

Jesus Christ's wisdom in teaching

Matthew 7:29 See also Matthew 11:4-5 pp Luke 7:22; Matthew 13:34; Matthew 16:12; Matthew 17:13; Mark 1:22 pp Luke 4:32; Luke 24:8; John 2:17

Jesus Christ's wisdom in dealing with people

Jesus Christ's wisdom in dealing with opposition

Luke 14:5-6 pp Matthew 12:11-12 See also Matthew 22:18-22 pp Mark 12:15-17 pp Luke 20:23-26; Matthew 27:14 pp Mark 15:5

Jesus Christ's wisdom arose from his relationship with God

It was based on prayer

Matthew 26:36 pp Mark 14:32 pp Luke 22:41 Luke 5:16 See also Matthew 14:23 pp Mark 6:46; Mark 1:35; Luke 6:12

It was based on Scripture

Matthew 4:4 pp Luke 4:4 See also Deuteronomy 8:3; Matthew 5:17; Matthew 22:29; Luke 24:27

Jesus Christ's life embodies the wisdom of God's will and purposes

John 8:29 See also John 5:30; John 8:16,28; John 14:10