“for wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.” ~ Proverbs 8:11
Wisdom is a wonderful thing. Too often, we cast it aside as if it is a good thing but not a necessary one. But look at this verse… “nothing you desire can compare with her.” If that doesn’t have a wow factor as a key verse in Scripture, I don’t know what does.
The thing about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (or just any problems/emotions we face in life) is that we often toss out wisdom. I don’t think a selfish person looks for wisdom. I don’t think a troubled person looks for wisdom. Why look for wisdom when you have feelings that seem all so more comforting?…until they are not. Feelings and emotions can be great for awhile and in proper context, but there is also a time to get real. In fact, I’d go so far as to say you can’t experience true, godly emotion without getting real (wisdom).
The thing about wisdom is that it is truth. If we are abiding, living in the truth, we can experience the true beauty of feelings. So often, however, we want the beauty, almost mystical aspect of emotions without placing it in the proper context: with wisdom.
I came across some good wisdom the other day. I was on my YouTube feed when a video for the personality INFJ came up. Naturally, I was interested since that has been my personality type in the past. In the video, the speaker talks about how INFJs (if you don’t know what this stands for, I recommend looking up the sixteen personalities) often suffer in relationships because they create abstract versions of people. Often, those of us with INFJ, like to categorize people because it helps us feel “in control.” Then, when a person changes (as they will), we cannot tolerate the change. We distance ourselves; hence the reason we struggle in relationships.
Flexibility. What I learned in this video is that I need to be flexible. I’ve realized the importance of understanding myself and my strengths and weaknesses. I think this is a valuable tool for someone who is susceptible to OCD. We often try to control things by thinking we know everything when we do not. I can’t make this any more clearer.
The sad part is that we often think we know God when really we have a lot to learn. We have to humbly accept the fact that we may be wrong at times. This is the heart of a humble follower. Furthermore, we may need to realize that we ourselves may need to change—and this is scary! This is scary for someone like us!
The reality is, if we don’t change, we won’t see the positive consequences we want to change. God gives us wisdom. It’s time we use it.
Join me in this prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father,
I pray for wisdom. I see its value now. It teaches me that fearing You is the greatest aspect of my faith. I have tried on my own and failed. Even now, if I’m honest with myself, I still hold back from You. Help me make You the desire of my heart.
I join in with Corrie Ten Boom when she stated, “God, make me willing to be made willing.” It’s a simple request, but I see its importance. I need Your help.
I love You. In Jesus name,
Amen
Often times, if you’ve suffered with OCD for a long time, you have likely come across some good advice. Of course, having OCD, it takes discretion. Nonetheless, God can give us the discernment we need. I’m thankful for the advice I came across in regards to my personality. It helps me see an area to improve on. May we not grow bitter to correction but have an open mind to things we need to change about ourselves. We can never go wrong with putting God first. Any Christian would tell you that.
I hope this post helps you as much as it helps me.
God bless.