Wisdom Meets Heart

Building on the Rock:
When Wisdom Meets the Heart

Have you ever wondered what happens when the ancient, practical wisdom of King Solomon meets the radical, life-changing authority of Jesus?

In our latest Faith 5 session, we dove into Wisdom Lesson 2, where we compared the pithy proverbs of the Old Testament with the Sermon on the Mount. While Solomon gave us a masterclass in the “art of living” and avoiding pitfalls, Jesus invites us into something even deeper—a total transformation of the heart.

Beyond Pithy Sayings

Proverbs are wonderful “goads”—those long sticks with sharp points used to keep cattle plowing in a straight line. They keep us “between the ditches” of life. But in the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus shows us that wisdom isn’t just about following rules or having a sharp mind; it’s about implementation and obedience.

The Wise and Foolish Builders

The lesson culminates in one of the most famous similes in the Bible: the two builders.

• The Wise Man: Hears the words of Jesus and acts upon them, building his house on the rock.

• The Foolish Man: Hears the words but does not do them, building on the shifting sands of self-righteousness or conventional wisdom.

As we prepare for the winter weather this weekend, it’s a perfect time to reflect: what is the foundation of your spiritual house? Are you just “astonished” by Jesus’ authority, or are you building your life upon his words?

Download the Lesson 2 Guide

We’ve put together a full summary of this adult education class, including our opening prayer for a “renewal of minds” and more on the Lectio Divina (sacred reading) process.

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