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14. Dive Deeper: Ask God for Wisdom (James 1:5)
- Collected Joys
- Dec 8, 2025
- 4 min read
About our Dive Deeper Series
Welcome! This post accompanies our newest book, Memory Verses in Action —created to help kids not only memorize Scripture but also live it out in daily life.
Each post of our Dive Deeper series includes extra resources for every verse in the book—featuring activities, songs, teaching videos, and reflection questions to help kids understand and apply God’s Word.
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Dive Deeper: James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” — James 1:5
James 1:5 reminds kids that whenever they don’t know what to do, they can ask God for wisdom. God loves to help us, and He gives wisdom generously when we ask. Whether it’s making a choice, handling a problem, or knowing the right way to act, God is always ready to guide us.
Activity Idea: Wise Choice Cards
This activity helps kids practice asking God for wisdom before deciding what to do.
What to Do:
Cut small cards or slips of paper.
On each card, write simple situations where wisdom is needed, such as:
A friend is being unkind.
You feel frustrated with a sibling.
You’re tempted to join in something wrong.
You don’t know how to solve a problem at school.
You have to decide whether to help or walk away.
You need to choose kind words instead of hurtful ones.
Place the cards in a bowl and let your child pick one.
Pause and pray first: “God, please give me wisdom.”
Then talk together about what the wise choice would be in that situation.
Additional Discussion Topics and Questions
It can be helpful to break this verse down into three big truths:
We All Need Wisdom: Everyone—kids and adults—faces times when they don’t know what to do. God understands this and invites us to come to Him.
God Gives Wisdom Generously: God doesn’t hold back or criticize us for asking. He loves helping His children and gives wisdom freely to anyone who comes to Him.
When We Ask, God Will Guide Us: God promises that when we ask for wisdom, He will give it. We can trust Him to show us the right way to go.
Additional discussion questions:
Use these questions to help your child understand what wisdom is, why we need it, and how God promises to give it when we ask.
What is wisdom? (Knowing what is right and choosing God’s way.)
What does it mean to ask God for wisdom? (Praying and asking God to help you know the right choice.)
Will God give you wisdom if you ask? (Yes—James 1:5 says He gives generously to all who ask.)
Do we need to figure things out on our own? (No—God wants us to come to Him for help.)
What are some examples of times you need wisdom? (Handling problems, choosing friends, responding kindly, school decisions.)
How can you remember to pray for wisdom before making choices? (Pause and pray first: “God, please give me wisdom.”)
Who was considered the wisest person in the Old Testament? (Solomon.)
What did Solomon ask God for? (Wisdom—not money or power.)
What did God do when Solomon asked for wisdom? (God was pleased and made him very wise.)
Can we do the same? (Yes—God promises to give wisdom generously when we ask.)
Who gives us wisdom today? (God—through prayer, the Bible, parents, teachers, and the Holy Spirit.)
When do you think you might need God’s wisdom this week? (Invite your child to think ahead and apply the verse.)
🎶 Song / Video
Watch this helpful video from Douglas Talks titled “Godly Wisdom | God wants us to make wise choices!” This short teaching helps kids understand what wisdom is, why it matters, and how God guides us to make wise decisions every day.
🌟 Closing Thought
James 1:5 reminds us that we never have to face confusing or difficult moments alone. God loves to give wisdom when we ask Him, and He promises to guide us. This week, encourage your child to pause and pray for wisdom whenever they’re unsure—God will be faithful to lead them.
✨ Next Dive Deeper:
Psalm 56:3 – Trust God When You’re Afraid
In our next Dive Deeper lesson, we’ll explore how God helps us when we face fear or worry. Kids will learn that they can trust God in any situation and that He is always with them.
Click below to begin the next lesson, or visit our Dive Deeper page to explore all the resources that go along with Memory Verses in Action.
Our Favorite Kids’ Bibles & Devotionals
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