Text: “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.”

God has been gracious to me over the years by placing wise people in my life, especially at opportune times. Our paths have crossed at times when I needed to learn something, needed to see something, perhaps as a confirmation of a suspicion or hunch I had. I’m a big believer in the providence of God and the sovereignty of God.

I cannot say that I actually believe there is such a thing as an accident. Because if one admits the category of  accident in one’s thinking, he is necessarily admitting that there is no superintending guidance or overarching purpose in events, but instead randomness. I don’t think that at all.

Even with tragedy, I think God’s hand superintends all things. In short, I don’t think there are any rogue molecules or atoms outside of God’s control. Either God is sovereign, or all is randomness. As one of my favorite books has it, it’s either chance or the dance. Christ says, not even a sparrow falls to the ground apart from God’s decree (Mt 10:29).

Encouragement: It can be discouraging if we look out upon the cultural landscape and throw up our hands and say, “Ah, it’s all lost. The fools have won.” They demand we save the turtles but abort the children. They demand men are now ‘birthing persons’ but they cannot tell you what a woman is. It’s madness at such a level that it’s not even parody anymore. It’s just pure silliness and utter folly.

Therefore, thoughtful Christian, cultivate relationships with the few, the wise, and pour into those who have the wisdom to know the difference between the sage and the fool. Folly is not a winning strategy. He who captures souls is wise (Pr 11:30). And wisdom is known by her children (Lk 7:35).