Most of us have achieved some accomplishments of which we are proud. It may be small like winning a spelling bee in elementary school. Or may even be a big event in our lives like scoring the winning touchdown in the championship game. These achievements brought exceeding joy at the time. But this joy fades quickly over time as fewer and fewer people care about our past glory.
Psalm 51:6 says, “Behold, you delight in truth in the inward being, and you teach me wisdom in the secret heart.” Outward achievements satisfy us for only a short time. But growth in wisdom provides long term benefits for us. By God’s wisdom we grow in peace, love, joy, and righteousness; attributes that improve the quality of our lives. These same attributes bring praises to God as we increasingly become more like Him.
Reluctant Retiree 