The first letter of each of the following responses will form the word that characterizes man’s wisdom which is in marked contrast to wisdom that is from above. [1] The number in brackets indicates the number of words in each answer.
1. Something which preachers, relying on man’s wisdom, might use to fascinate hearers, but out of place when there is reliance on the Spirit (of God). [2]
2. Something a visiting queen had heard in her own country that was ascribed to Israel’s king in addition to his renowned wisdom. [1]
3. Something said of the Jews which is in contrast to the statement, “Greeks seek wisdom.” [3]
4. A command given to a ready scribe, who had the wisdom of God in his hand, concerning the people that knew not the laws of God. [3]
5. What did Jesus use when He wrought mighty works that astonished many and caused them to say, “What is the wisdom that is given to Him?” [2]
6. The manner in which a giving God responds when someone, lacking wisdom, makes request from the true source. [1]
7. If God gives wisdom and a mouth to speak it, who are they that will be unable to gainsay or resist? [2]