𝗦𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗦𝗗𝗢𝗠 𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗦 𝗟𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦

SOMETIMES WISDOM LOOKS LIKE THIS

(Biblical Silence in the Dispensation of Grace)
Proverbs 17:28 (KJV)
“Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.”

INTRODUCTION

We live in an age of constant noise—social media arguments, doctrinal strife, emotional reactions, and careless words. Many believers think spirituality is proven by speaking, but Scripture—rightly divided—reveals that wisdom is often shown by silence.

In this Dispensation of Grace, God is not working through loud signs and outward power, but through renewed minds, sound doctrine, and controlled speech (Romans 12:2).

Today, we will see that SOMETIMES WISDOM LOOKS LIKE SILENCE—not weakness, not fear, but spiritual maturity.

DISCERNING SILENCE
Proverbs 17:27–28

A. Knowing When to Speak – Wisdom discerns timing
Ecclesiastes 3:7
B. Knowing When to Stay Silent – Silence can protect truth
Proverbs 21:23
C. Knowing Why Silence Matters – Not every truth needs defending
Titus 3:9
Dispensational Insight:
Grace believers are not called to debate endlessly but to walk wisely in a hostile world.

DISCIPLINED SPEECH
James 1:19

A. Slow to Speak – Reaction reveals immaturity
Proverbs 15:28
B. Swift to Hear – Listening precedes wisdom
Proverbs 18:13
C. Steady in Spirit – Calmness reflects Christ
Galatians 5:22–23
Grace teaches self-control, not emotional outbursts.

DEFENSIVE QUIETNESS
1 Peter 2:23

A. Christ’s Example – Silent under accusation
Isaiah 53:7
B. Confidence in God’s Judgment – No need to vindicate self
Romans 12:19
C. Composure in Conflict – Silence disarms strife
Proverbs 26:20
Paul teaches believers to commit matters to God, not to public opinion.

DOCTRINAL RESTRAINT
2 Timothy 2:23

A. Avoid Foolish Questions – Not all arguments edify
Titus 3:9
B. Answer with Meekness – Truth without pride
2 Timothy 2:24–25
C. Abide in Sound Doctrine – Silence preserves purity
1 Timothy 6:3–5
Rightly dividing means knowing when NOT to argue.

DELIBERATE PATIENCE
Proverbs 14:29

A. Long-Suffering Spirit – Fruit of grace
Colossians 3:12–13
B. Less Speaking, More Thinking – Wisdom reflects
Proverbs 19:11
C. Letting Time Reveal Truth – God exposes error
1 Corinthians 4:5
Grace teaches us to wait, not rush judgment.

DEVOTIONAL STILLNESS
Psalm 46:10

A. Silence Before God – Spiritual clarity comes quietly
Lamentations 3:26
B. Listening to the Word – Faith comes by hearing
Romans 10:17
C. Learning Through Meditation – Renewed mind
Colossians 3:16
The quiet believer grows deeper than the loud one.

DISCREET TESTIMONY
Colossians 4:6

A. Words Seasoned with Grace – Not sharp, not harsh
Ephesians 4:29
B. Witness Through Conduct – Life speaks louder
Philippians 2:15
C. Silence That Provokes Curiosity – God opens doors
1 Peter 3:1
Grace testimony is consistent living, not constant talking.

DELIVERED REST
Romans 8:1

A. No Need to Defend the Flesh – Identity is in Christ
Galatians 2:20
B. Resting in Acceptance – Approved by God
Ephesians 1:6
C. Rejoicing in Assurance – Peace silences fear
Colossians 3:15
Silence flows naturally from security in grace.

DEMONSTRATED MATURITY
Proverbs 10:19

A. Few Words, Much Wisdom – Mature believers speak carefully
Proverbs 13:3
B. Controlled Tongue – Evidence of growth
James 3:2
C. Christlike Character – Silence shaped by grace
Philippians 4:5
Maturity is not measured by volume, but by wisdom.

CONCLUSION

Wisdom is not always loud.
Truth does not always shout.
Grace often whispers.

In this Dispensation of Grace, God is forming believers who are:
Rooted in doctrine
Restrained in speech
Resting in Christ
“Let your moderation be known unto all men.” — Philippians 4:5

CALL TO ACTION

Before you speak—pause
Before you react—pray
Before you argue—rightly divide
Ask yourself:
“Will this glorify Christ… or gratify my flesh?”

FINAL THOUGHTS

Silence can be strength
Quietness can be wisdom
Grace produces composure

“Study to shew thyself approved unto God…” — 2 Timothy 2:15
Sometimes wisdom doesn’t look loud…
Sometimes wisdom looks like THIS.