Tag: faith

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #11: Discernment

April 15, 2025

Flavor #11: Discernment (Biyn; Tebunah) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Discernment is the ability to perceive and distinguish between different elements, leading to informed decisions. The Hebrew term Biyn conveys the act of mentally separating or distinguishing, enabling you to understand and consider matters deeply. Tebunah refers to intelligence or insight derived … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #11: Discernment

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #7: Character

April 14, 2025

Flavor #7: Character (Charakter; Leb; Tebunah) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Character embodies the essence of who we are, especially when unobserved. In the New Testament, the Greek word Charakter signifies an exact imprint or precise reproduction, illustrating how your character reflects your inner values. Leb refers to the heart, the … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #7: Character

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #4: Listening

April 14, 2025

Flavor #4: Listening (Ozen; Shama; Akouo) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Listening transcends auditory perception; it embodies active engagement and responsiveness. The Hebrew term Ozen refers to the ear, the organ of hearing. Shama extends this concept to imply hearing with attention, understanding, and obedience. In the New Testament, the Greek word Akouo conveys hearing … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #4: Listening

31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #1: Wisdom

April 13, 2025

Flavor #1: Wisdom (Hakam, Hokma, Sekel, Sophia) (Complete list and links to the 31 Flavors of Wisdom) Meaning, Essence and Significance: Wisdom transcends the mere gaining of knowledge; it embodies skillful living that demonstrates you know what to do when the situation you’re in requires the right response. In Hebrew, Hokma refers to both practical skills and intellectual insight, … More 31 Flavors of Wisdom – Flavor #1: Wisdom

Introduction to Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill (July, 2025)

March 20, 2025

The locus of my integrated treatment in the Cultivating Love book series is based on the 7 Core Areas, which is extracted from the New Testament scripture where the Two Greatest Commandments are written, in Luke 10:25 – 37.  Decades ago, when I read… “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all … More Introduction to Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill (July, 2025)