This kind of thinking keeps us from being submissive in the true sense of this word. James tells us that heavenly wisdom is submissive . The way this word is used in this context has to do with our own openness and teachability. And the only way that we will be willing to yield to others is if we are teachable. It should be apparent to us that we don't know everything.
Wise people learn from other people.
Wise people listen to advice. That is probably how they got wise in the first place. You must reject callous attitudes and be merciful in actions . James goes on to say that the wisdom that is from God is full of mercy and good fruit . As we show mercy we are simply reflecting the nature of God.