04/05/2026
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The final night focused on a foundational truth: a redefined life requires wisdom to live in alignment with Godโs calling. Anchored in Proverbs 9:10, it was emphasized that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Even before anything else existed, God already possessed wisdom, as it is part of His very nature.
Without wisdom, people cannot truly discern right from wrong or distinguish what is evil. It is the wisdom from God that guides decisions, shapes character, and leads believers toward the right path. In a world full of choices, wisdom becomes essential because every day, thousands of decisions are made, whether big or small. The question raised was whether these decisions are being made through Godโs wisdom.
Ptr. Peter Mahigab explained that in order to make wise decisions, one must first understand where wisdom comes from. The message highlighted three sources:
1. Through Scripture โ Godโs Word is the primary source of wisdom. Through Scripture, believers come to know God more deeply, and with that knowledge comes understanding. Wisdom teaches people to live rightly, to love, to forgive, and to make decisions that honor God. Every decision should reflect the truth that all things are done for the glory of God.
2. Through the Holy Spirit โ The Holy Spirit, who inspired the Scriptures, also gives wisdom. He guides, convicts, and reveals truth in the hearts of believers. Through prayer, believers ask the Counselor to reveal what cannot be understood through human perception alone, showing that wisdom is not only learned but also divinely revealed.
3. Through Others and Experience โ Wisdom can also be gained from the people around us. The youth are encouraged to learn from those who are wise, as well as from the mistakes of others. These mistakes should not be used to tear others down but should serve as lessons to avoid repeating them. Through personal experiences and the experiences of others, God teaches lessons that shape future decisions and life direction.
One of the insightful things that was shared that night was being faithful in small things, even when nobody is watching. In the Gospel of John, a boy offered his five loaves and two fish, which Jesus multiplied to feed the five thousand. He was unnamed, yet his simple act of obedience became part of a miracle. This is what was described as โnameless faithfulness.โ
The congregation was reminded to act, serve, and obey God not for human recognition, but to honor the audience of One. Faithfulness should not depend on being seen by others.
In conclusion, the message brought everything back to this: a redefined life requires wise decisions and true wisdom flows from a personal relationship with God. The YWAVO Convention 2026 ended with a challenge for everyone to seek wisdom, live faithfully, and make every decision count for God's glory.