Rule of Life Scripture 03: Unlocking the Wisdom of Scripture
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Feb 18, 2025 
Dr. Tim Mackie, Dr. Brittany Kim, and Hakeem Bradley from BibleProject dive into the complexities of scripture as wisdom and meditation literature. They explore how wisdom literature guides moral formation and character transformation, allowing readers to flourish. The trio emphasizes the beauty intertwined with wise living and the importance of meditative reading for deeper engagement. They also discuss the multidimensional nature of biblical narratives, encouraging listeners to embrace the communal journey of understanding scripture and reflecting on its profound insights.
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Wisdom Literature's Scope
- Wisdom literature encourages internalizing God's values for flourishing.
- It's not just a few books, but a theme throughout the whole Bible.
Wisdom and Jesus
- Second Temple scholars connected wisdom to Jesus, foreshadowing his incarnation.
- The apostles used wisdom imagery from the Hebrew Bible to describe Jesus.
Defining Wisdom
- Biblical wisdom is skill and know-how, applied to daily life.
- It's understanding materials and intuitively knowing how to work with them.
