Walking the Way of the Wise

Wisdom Is Not Simply Knowledge or Cleverness

Walking the Way of the Wise is a profound exploration into the depths of biblical wisdom, seamlessly blending scholarly insight with practical guidance. In this addition to IVP Academic's Essential Studies in Biblical Theology (ESBT) series, Mitchell Chase invites readers to rediscover wisdom as an essential thread woven throughout the tapestry of Scripture. Chase unveils wisdom not merely as knowledge or cleverness but as a life-giving path of joyful obedience to God's Word. By tracing the themes of wisdom and folly from Genesis to Revelation, Walking the Way of the Wise illuminates the role of wisdom in the covenant life of God's people.

Readers will gain a deeper understanding of how wisdom plays a vital role in the lives of believers. By following the wise path set out by God, we can experience joy, peace, and fulfillment in our lives. Perfect for pastors, scholars, and everyday believers, Walking the Way of the Wise provides thoughtful discussion questions designed to encourage deeper reflection. Discover that biblical wisdom is central to understanding God's grand narrative and our place within it as you read Walking the Way of the Wise.

About the Series

Essential Studies in Biblical Theology (ESBT), edited by Benjamin L. Gladd and L. Michael Morales, explore the central or essential themes of the Bible's grand storyline. Taking cues from Genesis 1–3, authors trace the presence of these themes throughout the entire sweep of redemptive history. Written for students, church leaders, and laypeople, the ESBT offers an accessible yet rich introduction to biblical theology.



Mitchell L. Chase is associate professor of biblical studies at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and is preaching pastor at Kosmosdale Baptist Church. He is the author of Short of Glory (Crossway) and Resurrection Hope and the Death of Death (Crossway).

Series Preface


Acknowledgments


Introduction


1. The Knowledge of Good and Evil


2. Righteous Suffering and Spiritual Warfare


3. Walking the Path Toward Inheritance


4. What Was Right in Their Own Eyes


5. Singing with a Choir of Witnesses


6. Wisdom for Royal Sons and Daughters


7. Covenant Love for Covenant People


8. A Fleeting Life Under the Sun


9. Following Lady Folly into Exile


10. Something Greater Than Solomon


11. Walking Wisely in Evil Days


12. The End of the Narrow Way


Discussion Guide


Scripture Index

"Mitchell Chase takes readers on a journey through the Scriptures with a focus on the rich concept of wisdom. In the process, he helps us develop a well-rounded understanding of biblical wisdom. The numerous applications in this book show us what wise living can look like in life's varied circumstances and that biblical theology is relevant to the life of the church and the believer. Those who want to be numbered among the wise who 'shine . . . like the stars' (Dan 12:3) in our fallen world will surely benefit from this book."



"Mitchell Chase is one of my favorite readers of Scripture. He pays close attention to the Spirit-inspired text, reads every text in light of the biblical story and its culmination in the person and work of Christ, and sheds light on how every text is written for the instruction of the people of God in every day and age. Walking the Way of the Wise is the latest example, and I highly recommend it. Readers will be encouraged, comforted, and challenged!"



"Biblical theologians sensitive to the narrative arc of Holy Scripture sometimes find difficulty plotting the so-called 'wisdom literature.' In this excellent book, pastor-theologian Mitchell Chase demonstrates that the theme of wisdom, concentrated in that particular corpus, dovetails naturally with the broader biblical storyline and many other important biblical motifs. 'Where shall wisdom be found?' Job asks. The biblical reflections in this book go a long way toward answering that perennial human question."



"In Walking the Way of the Wise, Mitchell Chase traces and interconnects the wisdom theme throughout the biblical story, demonstrating that wise living is a foundational and character-defining feature of the life that God's people are called to live. This book is strong academically, but it is also very readable and engaging, even enriching to one's own personal walk with God. I highly recommend it."



"'Get wisdom,' spoken by a king who could not live up to his own ideals, is easier said than done. Thankfully, there is a greater-than-Solomon King who reveals wisdom through his cross and gives it by his Spirit. In Walking the Way of the Wise, pastor-scholar Mitchell Chase guides his readers through the storyline of Scripture, examining the parts in light of the whole, to help them know and enjoy Christ, in whom all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are found. So take up, read, and walk wisely in Christ!" weniger anzeigen expand_less