Episode 1: What Is Wisdom—and Why Do We Need It?

Welcome to the first episode of Walking in Wisdom! In today’s conversation, we’re laying the foundation by asking a life-shaping question: What is biblical wisdom—and why do we desperately need it in our world today?

We’ll explore how wisdom differs from knowledge, why it begins with a reverent fear of the Lord, and what it looks like to walk in wisdom in our daily lives. In an age filled with information but lacking true discernment, God offers a better way—a path rooted in His truth and presence.

🧠 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why wisdom is more than intelligence or life experience
• What “the fear of the Lord” really means
• How to begin cultivating wisdom in your own life right now

📖 Key Verse:
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” —Proverbs 1:7 (ESV)

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In this final episode of our Feasts of the Lord series, we come to Sukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles—a celebration of joy, harvest, and divine presence. More than just an agricultural festival, Sukkot is a powerful reminder of God's desire to dwell with His people—not just then, but now and forever.

We'll begin by exploring the historical roots of the feast in the wilderness, where Israel lived in booths (temporary shelters) after being delivered from Egypt. God commanded the Israelites to celebrate this feast by constructing and living in these booths for seven days, symbolizing dependence on His provision and presence (Leviticus 23:42–43).

Then we’ll fast-forward to the New Testament, where Jesus celebrated this feast in John 7. On the last day, the "great day" of the festival, He cried out, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink” (John 7:37–38). He was pointing to the living water of the Holy Spirit, poured out on all who believe.

We’ll unpack how the Feast of Tabernacles was prophetically fulfilled in the first coming of Christ—“And the Word became flesh and dwelt [literally, tabernacled] among us” (John 1:14). And we’ll look ahead to the ultimate fulfillment in Revelation 21, where God declares, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man.”

You’ll hear practical insights on:

• Why joy is central to the Feast of Tabernacles
• How this feast reminds us to live as pilgrims, not settlers, in this world
• What it means to carry God's presence into your everyday life
• How to prepare for eternity with God forever dwelling with His people

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In this episode, we explore Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement—the holiest day on the biblical calendar. Instituted by God in Leviticus 16 and 23, Yom Kippur was the one day each year when the High Priest could enter the Holy of Holies and make atonement for the sins of the nation. But what does this ancient, solemn ritual mean for us today?

We begin by unpacking the historical background of Yom Kippur, diving into the powerful imagery of sacrifice, the scapegoat, and the mercy seat. We then examine how this feast prophetically pointed to Jesus Christ, our Great High Priest, who entered the heavenly Holy of Holies once for all to secure eternal redemption (Hebrews 9–10).

As we reflect on the seriousness of sin and the depth of God’s mercy, we discuss how modern believers can respond to God's grace through repentance, worship, and a life of surrendered devotion.

🔑 Key Themes:

• The role of the High Priest and the sacred duties of Yom Kippur
• The symbolism of the two goats: one sacrificed, one released
• Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of the Day of Atonement
• The necessity of repentance, both then and now
• How we can live out holiness and grace in a New Covenant context

📖 Scriptures Highlighted:

• Leviticus 16 & 23
• Hebrews 9:11–14, 10:1–22
• Isaiah 53:4–6
• Romans 3:25
• 1 John 1:9

🙏 Devotional Moment:

At the end of the episode, we take a quiet moment to reflect on the weight of sin, the beauty of forgiveness, and the invitation to draw near to God through the blood of Christ. You’ll be guided in a simple but powerful prayer of repentance, thanksgiving, and renewed surrender.

📣 Call to Action:

As we prepare our hearts in light of the message of Yom Kippur, we challenge you to take time this week to:

• Confess any hidden sin before the Lord
• Reflect on the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice
• Ask God to renew your love for holiness and humility

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