The Wisdom of God

“In this short, wise, and accessible book, Matthew Harmon introduces us to the way wisdom works in Scripture, how people respond to it, and what God does next. This book is a clear and concise introduction to an important (and often neglected) theme.”

Andrew Wilson

“When people consider the storyline of the Bible, the theme of wisdom is often overlooked. But in this insightful work, Harmon demonstrates that wisdom is a major thread woven throughout Scripture—from the garden of Eden to its fulfillment in Christ. With clarity and faithfulness, Harmon traces this theme and illuminates the profound depths of God’s wisdom in his redemptive plan.”

Patrick Schreiner

“Matthew Harmon has given us a unique and readable primer on the role of wisdom in Scripture. Rather than surveying the content of wisdom books, he uncovers the function of wisdom within a recurring narrative paradigm in redemptive history. The Wisdom of God offers a reading of Scripture that underscores the worth of wisdom even while demonstrating our need for the one who is wisdom incarnate, the Lord Jesus Christ.”

L. Michael Morales

“A notable characteristic of the Bible is its emphasis on ‘wisdom’ rather than just ‘knowledge.’ Matthew Harmon’s The Wisdom of God offers an excellent and trustworthy introduction to this theme, underscoring its significance throughout the Scriptures. Significantly, his study elucidates how divine wisdom can positively influence all aspects of our lives. For those looking to understand the Bible better, this brief study is a worthwhile read.”

T. Desmond Alexander

“Wisdom means many things to many people. Is it synonymous with common sense? Personal insight? Experiential intuition? Not quite. In this wonderful little volume, Matthew Harmon unpacks a big truth: Wisdom is a gift from God that allows us to relate rightly to him and to each other. I warmly recommend this book to pastors, students, and thoughtful laypeople who want to better understand and grow in biblical wisdom.”

Brandon D. Smith

“In a world where there is a myriad of facts and little coherence, Matthew Harmon takes a big-picture look at the importance of wisdom in the storyline of the Bible. He explores this important biblical theme by providing a concise biblical definition of wisdom and by tracing its pattern of revelation in Scripture, its rejection by humanity, and the consequences of that decision. This study provides a great framework for understanding the storyline of Scripture and gives us a powerful vision for making sense of the world of information around us.”

Stephen G. Dempster

“What is the Bible about? The main storyline of the Bible can be told from many different angles. Matthew Harmon’s book traces a neglected theme across the entire canon of Scripture: He demonstrates that the Bible is about God’s revelation of wisdom, humanity’s rejection of wisdom, and God’s final vindication of wisdom. The result is a theologically unified, historically rooted, progressively unfolding, and Christ-centered narrative of God’s work in our world. A gem of a book, The Wisdom of God is biblical theology at its best—fresh, faithful, and full of practical application.”

Brian S. Rosner