Wombed in Wisdom: A Devotional Journey Through Sirach 13-18

Sirach 13–18 (KJVAAE)

Clear the path

Scripture-Based Reflection:

Summary of Sirach 13–18:

These chapters walk us through warnings, wisdom, and divine compassion. Sirach 13 cautions against the ways of the rich and powerful. Do not lose yourself trying to fit in with those who have worldly status. Sirach 14 teaches us that self-care is a form of wisdom. If you have been blessed, enjoy it righteously. Do not forsake yourself trying to appear holy. Sirach 15 emphasizes that God gave us free will. You have been given choice. Use it wisely. Sirach 16 reveals that many may appear faithful, but God examines the soul. Quality matters more than quantity. Sirach 17 is a mirror of our divine imprint. It reminds us that God gave humanity His commandments, appointed seasons, and left space for repentance. Sirach 18 opens with mercy. God is both judge and healer. He knows how short our time is. Yet He gives us opportunity to turn and live with wisdom.

Sirach 13:20–22 teaches that the proud cannot dwell with the humble and the wicked will never truly honor the faithful. Sirach 14:14 reminds us to enjoy the fruits of our labor, saying, “Defraud not thyself of the good day, and let not the part of a good desire overpass thee.”

Sirach 15:14 tells us, “He himself made man from the beginning, and left him in the hand of his counsel.” We were not made to be robots. We were made to choose righteousness freely.

Sirach 16:3–4 reminds us that a multitude of children means nothing if they have no reverence. One faithful soul outweighs a crowd of the careless.

Sirach 17:6–9 speaks of the gifts given to us from creation—speech, sight, hearing, understanding, and a heart to reflect. This chapter breathes of divine design. It reminds us that we are known and seen.

Sirach 18:20–21 says, “Before judgment examine thyself, and in the day of visitation thou shalt find mercy. Humble thyself before thou be sick.” This is a soft warning with a loving heart. Return before the need arises. Choose wisdom early.

📖 Scriptures to Ponder:

Sirach 13:20–22

Sirach 14:14

Sirach 15:14

Sirach 16:3–4

Sirach 17:6–9

Sirach 18:20–21

📖 Psalm Echo:

Psalm 103:13–14 — “Like as a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him. For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust.”

🪄 Biblical Tarot Reflection:

Ten of Candles | Jeremiah’s Burden — The weight of calling, the cost of obedience. Jeremiah 20:18 reminds us that even prophets cry.

The Tower | Uriel — Uriel aids in transformation. This crumble is divine. The collapse clears room for truth.

➡️ Reflection Questions:

Where am I choosing appearances over authenticity?

What have I been afraid to release that no longer serves me?

How am I allowing God’s mercy to shape my choices?

💫 Divine Signs:

Rest, bubble bath, wine, face mask, podcast, iPad, being in your bag, money tree, $2 bill, exploring, plane, window seat, seeking guidance, two degrees, crying, the great crumble, foundation breaking, fresh foliage, creative bursts, spring cleaning, astrological new year energy, Capricorn, Pisces, whale, clothes line, washboard, Tanager bird, sink, kitchen window, and laundry.

Divine Signs Explanation:

These signs are speaking of endings and beginnings. Cracks may appear where you once found comfort. This is not collapse. It is creation. You are being given divine clarity. Rest, release, reflect. Book a consultation if your spirit is stirring and you’re ready to explore what’s unfolding, whether it’s clarity, alignment, healing, or the next step forward.

🪄 Spiritual Recipe:

1 part divine mercy

1 part inner reflection

1 part sacred responsibility

Stir with courage. Breathe it in fully.

✨ Spiritual Tip of the Day:

Clean your kitchen windows while praying for emotional clarity. Ask to see clearly what is trying to enter and what must leave.

Saints Honored on April 5th:

Saint Vincent Ferrer is honored today. A Dominican preacher known for his passionate sermons and spiritual gifts, he traveled far and wide sharing messages of repentance.

Blessed Juliana of Mount Cornillon is also remembered. She was a mystic who had visions of Christ and advocated for the Feast of Corpus Christi.

Their lives remind us that divine messages are often received by those who honor solitude and silence.

Waxing Gibbous Moon Spiritual Focus:

Refine your vision

Recommit to your spiritual intentions

Organize your environment

Build momentum without rushing

Prepare your spirit for breakthrough

Power Color:

Orange

Monthly Journal Goals:

Reflecting on new beginnings

Courage in action

Passion and purpose

Facing challenges

Building stability

Connecting with nature

Cultivating resilience

Nurturing abundance

Balancing action and rest

📝 Journal Prompts:

What truth is rising in me through emotional discomfort?

What do I need to clear physically or spiritually to make space for joy?

How can I honor my free will without abandoning divine instruction?

This Week’s Wisdom Focus:

This is the first full week of April. We are walking away from what no longer nourishes us. It is an emotional awakening and a time to tap into our divine intuition. This month encourages us to embrace our leadership qualities, face challenges head-on, and pursue our passions with vigor.

Tarot of the Week:

Queen of Pentacles (Reversed) | A reminder to care for yourself as much as you care for others. Reclaim your power.

Nine of Pentacles | Stand tall in what you’ve built. Your independence is fruitful and sacred.

🤲🏾 Prayer:

God, I thank You for giving me the gift of choice and the space to return. I repent for the times I tried to fit into places You never sent me. I release every pursuit born from insecurity or fear. I confess that I have held onto what no longer feeds my soul. I let it go.

I pray for every soul experiencing the great crumble, where foundations are shaking and truth is rising. Give us wisdom as we rebuild. Show us what was never meant to last. Wrap us in Your mercy while we return to our true identity.

Help us embrace the process of spiritual spring cleaning. Let our self-care be sacred. Let our release be intentional. Fill us with joy that rests deeper than understanding. I seal this prayer in surrender. Amen.

✨ Affirmation:

I clear the path. I walk in mercy. I trust what is beginning.

Note to Self:

It’s time to clear the path for all that does not serve you. What may seem to have an end is just beginning to fully breathe.

🌿 Spiritually Speaking Sister Circle Invitation:

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