Come Holy Spirit Series: The Gift of Knowledge- Learning to See what Matters.

Come Holy Spirit Series

Come Holy Spirit.

Week 4 — The Gift of Knowledge: 
“Seeing the World Through God’s Eyes”

Welcome back to Come Holy Spirit, our series of rediscovering the gifts given at Confirmation, allowing them to breathe fresh life into us.  We have already walked with Wisdom, Understanding, and Counsel. Now we pause to explore the Gift of Knowledge.

This gift may surprise you—it’s not about knowing facts or data, but about seeing all creation, ourselves, and the world in relation to God.

 

What Does the Catechism Say About Knowledge?

Q. 389. What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit?

The gifts of the Holy Spirit are permanent dispositions which make man docile in following the promptings of the Holy Spirit.

They are: wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord.

(CCC 1830–1831)

 

What Is the Gift of Knowledge?

The Gift of Knowledge is not about knowing more—it’s about knowing rightly.

It allows us to:

• See the world as God sees it.
• Recognize the Creator behind creation.
• Understand the passing nature of earthly things.
• Keep perspective, knowing what truly matters.

This gift opens our eyes to the deep truth that everything good in the world comes from God—and that all creation is meant to lead us back to Him, not to become an idol or distraction.

It’s the gift that gently whispers:

“This is beautiful—but it is not God.

Enjoy it—but do not cling to it.

Let it point you back to the Giver.”

 

Why Do We Need the Gift of Knowledge?

Because we live in a world that is obsessed with knowing more, having more, experiencing more.  Yet, often we feel emptier.

Knowledge as a gift of the Spirit helps us:

• Keep God at the centre of all things.
• Use the things of this world without becoming possessed by them.
• Avoid attachments that pull us away from God.
• See everything in its proper light.

This gift brings freedom and balance.

 

How Can We Refresh, Renew, and Use the Gift of Knowledge?

1. Spend time in nature or beauty.

Let it lift your heart to God, the Creator—not just to the creation itself.

2. Examine attachments.

Is something taking too much place in your heart? Ask the Holy Spirit to help you see it clearly.

3. Pray with gratitude.

Thank God for the good things in your life—but hold them lightly, knowing they are gifts, not gods.

4. Read Scripture slowly.

Let passages that speak of creation, stewardship, and humility reawaken the gift.

5. Offer the gift for others.

When someone is struggling with materialism, discouragement, or fear, pray that they too may receive the Gift of Knowledge.

 

Scriptures That Reflect the Gift of Knowledge

“The earth is the Lord’s and all it contains,

the world, and those who dwell in it.”

— Psalm 24:1

“Whatever gains I had, these I have come to regard as loss because of Christ.”

— Philippians 3:7

“For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it.”

— 1 Timothy 6:7

 

Reflection Question for the Week

Where am I being invited to see the world, my work, my possessions, and even my struggles through God’s eyes?

What is God gently asking me to hold more lightly—or more gratefully?

 

Daily Soul Moments: Knowledge Week

• Sunday: Reflect on something beautiful in your day. Let it lead you to praise God.
• Monday: Pray: “Holy Spirit, show me what really matters today.”
• Tuesday: Read Psalm 24. Where is God reminding you that He is the true Owner of all?
• Wednesday: Reflect on your attachments. What might you need to let go of?
• Thursday: Offer thanks for one earthly blessing—but release it back to God.
• Friday: Ask: Where have I been blind to God’s presence in the ordinary?
• Saturday: Review the week. How has the Spirit helped you see more clearly?

 

Closing Prayer

Come, Holy Spirit, Gift of Knowledge,
Open my eyes to the things that truly matter.
Let me enjoy the good things of this life, but never lose sight of You, the Giver of all.
Help me to see the world, others, and myself through Your eyes.
Free me from false attachments, and teach me the joy of loving You above all things.