YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT STUDY: God: The True "Know-It-All"

Proverbs 3:5-6 (KJV) – "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."

Growing up, many people were introduced to the quirky and intelligent duo, Mr. Peabody and Sherman. Mr. Peabody, the highly intelligent, time-traveling dog, was known as "Mr. Know-It-All." He possessed knowledge about virtually everything—science, history, language, and even complex theories. With his brilliance, he guided Sherman, solving problems, explaining events, and even correcting misconceptions. However, despite his vast knowledge, Mr. Peabody still operated within limits—he didn’t know everything, nor could he control the future perfectly.

This parallels a deep truth about human understanding. No matter how intelligent, experienced, or informed someone may be, there will always be limitations to human knowledge. Unlike Mr. Peabody, God does not just know a lot—He knows everything, past, present, and future. While it may be tempting to trust in one's own wisdom or ability to figure things out, Scripture reminds believers to trust in God's timing and revelation instead of leaning on personal understanding.

Human Knowledge vs. God's Wisdom

Mr. Peabody’s ability to analyze events, predict possible outcomes, and problem-solve with great precision often made him appear omniscient in the eyes of Sherman and others around him. However, no matter how vast his knowledge, he was still restricted by time, circumstances, and limitations. In contrast, God’s wisdom is infinite and beyond anything human minds can fully grasp.

Isaiah 55:8-9 (KJV) – "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts."

This verse reminds believers that even the most brilliant minds cannot compare to the depth of God’s wisdom. While people often rely on their ability to solve problems, true guidance comes from the One who sees everything completely—not just possibilities, but absolute truth.

The Danger of Relying Solely on Human Knowledge

Mr. Peabody, with all his brilliance, still made mistakes. He couldn’t control every possible outcome, and even in moments of certainty, unexpected challenges arose. This mirrors the reality of human logic and intelligence—no matter how much someone studies, prepares, or analyzes, there will always be unpredictability in life.

Scripture warns against relying solely on human wisdom without seeking God’s guidance:

Proverbs 16:25 (KJV) – "There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death."

What seems like the perfect plan or the best solution can still lead to failure if God is not leading the way. Many people trust in their own ability to control circumstances, but without divine direction, even the best-laid plans can collapse.

Waiting on God’s Revelation

One of the greatest lessons believers can learn is to wait on God’s timing and revelation, rather than rushing to make decisions based on their own understanding. Mr. Peabody, for all his brilliance, still needed time to figure things out—he didn’t always have an immediate answer.

God, however, knows everything instantly and completely. He doesn’t need time to calculate outcomes—He already has the perfect plan.

Lamentations 3:25 (KJV) – "The Lord is good unto them that wait for him, to the soul that seeketh him."

Waiting on God’s wisdom instead of rushing into decisions ensures that choices align with His will. Just as Sherman had to trust Mr. Peabody’s guidance even when situations seemed uncertain, believers must also trust that God will reveal His answers at the right time.

God’s Omniscience: Knowing the Past, Present, and Future

Unlike Mr. Peabody, who needed historical records, calculations, and theories to make educated guesses, God sees everything clearly and perfectly. He knows the beginning, the end, and every detail in between.

Revelation 22:13 (KJV) – "I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last."

This means that nothing surprises God. While people may analyze and predict, only He truly knows. In moments of uncertainty, frustration, or difficulty, remembering that God sees the entire picture brings comfort.

Trusting God Even When Answers Aren’t Immediate

Mr. Peabody often had to piece together information, solve problems, and determine what needed to happen next. He didn’t always have an immediate solution, and sometimes errors led to bigger issues before they were fixed.

In contrast, when believers trust in God, there are no errors or miscalculations. Even when the answer isn’t immediately clear, He is working all things together for good.

Romans 8:28 (KJV) – "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose."

When things feel uncertain, instead of rushing to find answers, believers are encouraged to wait on God, knowing that His timing and wisdom are perfect.

Applying This Lesson to Everyday Life

Let God Lead Decisions – Before rushing into choices, seek His direction in prayer.

Don’t Overthink What God Already Has Planned – Trying to figure out everything alone leads to anxiety. Trust His plan.

Be Patient in Waiting for Answers – Just because something isn’t clear right now doesn’t mean God isn’t working.

Release the Need to Know Everything – Faith requires trust, even when details are not immediately visible.

Rest in the Fact That God Knows It All – Unlike Mr. Peabody, God doesn’t need time to solve issues—He already has the answer.

Conclusion

While Mr. Peabody may have been known as "Mr. Know-It-All," his intelligence had limits, and he often needed time to process and solve problems. This is a perfect reminder that human knowledge will always be incomplete, no matter how much wisdom someone possesses.

Only God holds absolute knowledge, perfect wisdom, and the ability to reveal the right answers at the right time. Instead of leaning on personal understanding, waiting on God’s guidance leads to the best outcomes.

Trusting in Him—even when answers aren’t immediately clear—brings peace, direction, and assurance that He truly knows it all.

Dr. D. Devon Griffin, Author

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