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  • David Owens avatar

    The Most Valuable Thing In The World Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 8, 2024
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    Do you believe God's wisdom is more valuable than gold? How committed are you to asking for God's wisdom and to seeking after God's wisdom. But even more importantly, how committed are you to applying God's wisdom?

    A. The story is told about an angel that appeared at a faculty meeting and told the dean, “In return for your unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward you with one of the following: infinite wealth, wisdom, or beauty. Which one will you choose?” 1. Without hesitation, the dean ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wise Woman

    Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 21, 2025
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    We may have lots of knowledge, great wealth, good looks and tons of experience, but if we do not have wisdom, they‟re all useless. Wisdom cannot be bought, because wisdom is God‟s gift

    WISE WOMAN (Proverbs 31:10-31) We may have lots of knowledge, great wealth, good looks and tons of experience, but if we do not have wisdom, they?re all useless. Wisdom cannot be bought, because wisdom is God?s gift. King Solomon was right, when he first became king, he didn?t ask for wealth. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Solomon Chooses Wisdom.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 3, 2023
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    Ask what I shall give thee. 1 Kings 3:5.

    SOLOMON CHOOSES WISDOM. 1 Kings 3:5-12. Solomon started well: ‘he loved the LORD, walking in the statutes of David his father’ (cf. 1 Kings 3:3a). Yet there is a warning signal, which would become a motif throughout the books of Kings: ‘only he sacrificed and burnt incense in high places’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    9th Sunday After Pentecost. July 30th, 2023. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 17, 2023
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     | 3,707 views

    Year A, Proper 12.

    Genesis 29:15-28, Psalm 105:1-11, Psalm 105:45, Psalm 128:1-6, 1 Kings 3:5-12, Psalm 119:129-136, Romans 8:26-39, Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:44-52 A). A LESSON IN PATIENCE. Genesis 29:15-28. Jacob had been on the run from his twin brother Esau. Jacob, being the younger twin, had duped his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Surest Path To Great Reward In 2023 Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 27, 2022
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    Jesus reveals the surest path to God's greatest rewards. So, Jesus begins talking about the importance of right motives in serving, in giving, in praying and in fasting. Seek first the kingdom of God and His Righteousness...

    Sermon: The Surest Path To Great Reward Text: Matthew 5:20; 6:1-8; 16-18, 33 Matthew 5:20 “But I warn you—unless your righteousness is better than the righteousness of the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven! Matthew 6:1-6 “Watch out! Don’t do ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Funeral Of Benita Raborn Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 29, 2022
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    This is a funeral who was active in our church until illness set in and she became home bound,

    Death is a condition that is universal among mankind. Job speaks of death as “the house appointed to all the living” in Job 30:23. And the writer of Hebrews in a familiar passage tells us that it is our human destiny to die and then face the judgment. We hear about someone dying every day. We have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Year For Holy Optimism

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 24, 2023
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    In 1 Kings 3:5 God gave Solomon opportunity to ask whatever he wanted. Because he petitioned according to the will of God, his request was granted and God blessed him abundantly. If your are seeking first the kingdom of God, expect God's goodness.

    Intro: I am here to encourage you to ask largely of God in 2023. I. SOLOMON’S OPPORTUNITY In 1 Kings 3:5 God gave Solomon a opportunity anyone would like to have. First Kings 3:5 says, “At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night; and God said, ‘Ask! What shall I give you?’”i How ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Wisdom And Worship.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 11, 2024
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    When we pray aright, God grants all that we ask, and more besides.

    WISDOM AND WORSHIP. 1 Kings 3:5-15. In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night. “Ask what I shall give thee,” offered the LORD (1 KINGS 3:5). We should take up these offers of the LORD: ‘Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living In Favour

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025
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    Favour is a supernatural advantage that causes a person to experience blessings beyond human effort. Solomon experienced God’s favour because he sought wisdom instead of riches, and God gave him both.

    LIVING IN FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 3:4-13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 5:12, Proverbs 3:3-4, Luke 2:52, Genesis 39:21, Esther 2:17 INTRODUCTION: Favour is a supernatural advantage that causes a person to experience blessings beyond human effort. It is God’s divine endorsement ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Solomon Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025
     | 353 views

    Solomon began well but ended poorly due to compromise. His wisdom, achievements, and failures serve as lessons for us today. We must seek wisdom, obey God wholeheartedly, and guard against spiritual decline.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF SOLOMON – WISE KING, BUILT THE TEMPLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 3:9 "So give Your servant a discerning heart to govern Your people and to distinguish between right and wrong. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?" Supporting Texts: 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Solomon: A Lesson In Divine Wisdom

    Contributed by Todd Catteau on May 13, 2025
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    Solomon's request for wisdom calls us all to evaluate what we really want most.

    I am currently preaching through the life of Israel’s third king, Solomon. As the primary author of Proverbs, he is perhaps best-known for his insight and wisdom. His acquisition of this wisdom is a fascinating and instructive story. Near the beginning of his reign, Solomon fell into a deep sleep. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual Sensitivity And Discernment Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025
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    Spiritual sensitivity and discernment are vital for victorious Christian living. We are in a time when the voices around us are many, but only one voice leads to life—the voice of the Spirit.

    SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY AND DISCERNMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 4:1 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 5:14, Acts 16:16-18, 1 Kings 3:9-12, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 24:24 INTRODUCTION: In a world full of spiritual noise and increasing deception, believers must develop spiritual sensitivity ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sermon # 35 - Prayers That Please God Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 11, 2025
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     | 286 views

    Are our prayers pleasing to God? What are the things that we ask God for when we go to Him in prayer? May our prayers be faith-filled and our petitions in accordance with God’s will so that our prayers are pleasing and acceptable to God.

    Our meditation for today is based on Ephesians 5:10, “Try to learn what pleases the Lord.” (ERV) The above mentioned verse exhorts us to find out what are those things that are pleasing to God, and to lead such kind of lives that God would delight in. It is an unchanging fact that God loves us, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Securing The Throne Through Wisdom And Obedience Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025
     | 159 views

    This chapter teaches us that godly leadership must be built on wisdom, obedience, and strategic decision-making. It is not enough to be anointed; to preserve what God has given, a leader must walk in spiritual sensitivity, boldness, and careful stewardship.

    SECURING THE THRONE THROUGH WISDOM AND OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 2:1-46 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7; Deuteronomy 17:18-20; Joshua 1:8-9; Psalm 1:1-3; Ecclesiastes 8:5 INTRODUCTION: As David approached the end of his life, he called Solomon to his side and gave him ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Wisdom That Establishes Destinies Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025
     | 164 views

    This chapter teaches that destinies are secured, lives are governed, and kingdoms are preserved through divine wisdom.

    THE WISDOM THAT ESTABLISHES DESTINIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 3:1-28 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7; James 1:5; Ecclesiastes 10:10; Isaiah 33:6; Matthew 7:24-25 INTRODUCTION: Solomon had just ascended the throne under divine direction and strong foundational counsel from his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God