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Nine Characteristics Of Wisdom From Above

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 25, 2004

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Failure to exude the wisdom from above leads to impurity, pickiness, harshness, unapproachableness, mercilessness, fruitlessness, wavering and dishonesty. True wisdom is pure, peacable, gentle, entreatable, merciful, fruitful, steadfast, honest that evide

Nine Characteristics of Wisdom from Above (James 3:17,18) "But the wisdom from above is first of all pure (undefiled); peace-loving, courteous (considerate, gentle); it is willing to yield to reason, full of compassion and good fruits; it is wholehearted and straight forward; impartial and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Cut Above---Reaching For A Higher Plane

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 10, 2006

based on 7 ratings

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We cannot afford to accept status quo as a norm. Those people that say it cannot be done will watch others pass them doing God’s work. Let us find MORE!

A CUT ABOVE --- REACHING FOR A HIGHER PLANE... Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. WHAT IS STATUS QUO? A. Existing state of affairs. Are we happy staying the same old way? B. WHAT IS THE NORM FOR US? AN AUTHORITATIVE STANDARD. A MODEL. Binding guide to control or regulate acceptable ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:4-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ Crowned Above All Things Series

Contributed by Michael Goodfellow on Nov 11, 2006

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The tension between the subjection of the world to Christ and the world in which we currently live

One of the great concerns in our Christian state is when Scripture speaks in a way that describes a world we don’t quite live in yet. The author to the Hebrews today begins talking partly about a current circumstance, but he also talks about what he calls a world to come. And for us many times we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Revival-Fire From Above (Elijah) Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jul 11, 2003

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To ask God for Revival is to pray for Fire From Above. No one knew how to start a fire like Elijah!

# 4 in series Revival–Light the Fire (Elijah’s Fire from Above) 1 Kings 18 INTRODUCTION There was a man who was going skydiving for the very first time. He had taken all the lessons and now it was time for his first solo jump. He leaps out of the plane but he panicked and couldn’t remember how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fall In Love--With Things Above

Contributed by Robert Joseph on Oct 13, 2010

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If we fill our mind with heavenly things--as Colossians 3:1-2 instructs--we'll gradually become spiritual.

FALL IN LOVE—WITH THINGS ABOVE By Robert Joseph In January of 1997, astronaut John Blaha returned to earth after spending the previous four months aboard the Russian Space Station, Mir. Besides conducting various experiments, his mission was to help scientists understand the effects of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fighting Above Your Weight Class

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

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A sermon about going the extra mile.

1 Corinthians 9:26-27 KJV I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: [27] But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. I. INTRODUCTION—FIGHTING ABOVE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Set Our Minds On Things Above!

Contributed by Gary Taber on Jul 31, 2010

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As Christians we are in the world but not of the world.

Colossians 3: 1-11 Pray. Lord let the words of my mouth and the mediation of all our hearts be acceptable to you Lord our rock and salvation. This morning’s sermon is titled; Set you mind on things above. In the second reading from the book of Colossians Apostle Paul was addressing ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Trusting God Above Worldly Wealth

Contributed by Unknown Bennett T Cortez on Mar 30, 2013

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Trusting in worldly riches defines worldly destinies but trusting in God guarantees heavenly treasures.

How rich is rich? According to a survey of people who out to know, the answer is $1 million to $5 million in assets, Investment managers Neuberger & Bergman sponsored the survey of people who stand to give or receive inheritances in assets of $500.000. Paradoxically, 55% of those whose assets ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Above - Pt. 1 - Heart Attack Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 29, 2011

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Catch your balance. Steady yourself. Above is supposed to describe us. Don’t look down . . . DON’T LIVE DOWN!

Above Pt. 1 – Heart Attacks I. Introduction Above. When I say that word there are certain meanings that come to mind instantly. Above . . . perspective, looking down on, higher than. Above . . . position, prominence, higher in order. Above . . . distance. Above speaks to perspective and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Set Your Hearts On Things Above Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 24, 2019

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“Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one's life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” (Luke 12:15)

Introduction: The theme for today’s sermon is “set your hearts on things above”. Jesus, the perfect man, could only carry out His mission because He set His heart on things above. He is our example and according to the Scriptures He set His heart on the joy of being seated at the right hand of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living Wisely Or Wisdom From Above Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 2, 2018

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Message 18 in our exposition of James. This message covers 3:15-18 instructing us to live wisely followed by several insights regarding wisdom from above and wisdom from earthly , soulish and demonic sources.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Wisdom from Above” or "Living Wisely" The book of James is all about what it looks like to live by genuine faith. James recorded numerous instructions (51) that a person living by faith readily obeys because they are God’s instructions. James described ...read more

Scripture: James 3:15-18, 1 Corinthians 3:1-3, Ephesians 2:1-2, Colossians 2:20-23

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Set Your Mind On Things Above Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 5, 2024

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Based on Colossians 3:1-4 - Encourages hearers to focus & concentrate on heavenly realities.

“SET YOUR MIND ON THINGS ABOVE” Col. 3:1-4 FBCF – 8/4/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Olympics – Women’s 10 mm air rifle competition – Bullseye the size of a period in size 12 font – shooting from 33 feet away – South Korea’s Ban Hyo-Jin won gold by 1/10 of a point over a shooter from China. US shooter, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4, John 14:2-3, Ephesians 2:6, Romans 8:31-39, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Set Your Mind On Things Above

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 26, 2026

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Based on Colossians 3:1-4 - Encourages hearers to seek Jesus with all their hearts.

“SET YOUR MIND ON THINGS ABOVE” Col. 3:1-4 FBJ DNOW – 1/16/26 Jon Daniels INTRO – Video of Levi preaching – “He is just the best!” And HE IS!!! Col. 1:15-20 (TLB) – “Christ is the exact likeness of the unseen God. He existed before God made anything at all, &, in fact, Christ himself is the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Things Above Vs. Everyday Idolatry

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 12, 2025

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Once we used to live in worldliness, but our lives in Jesus are now different. This means we are dead to the old lifestyle and are now alive in Christ.

Reviewing Col. 2:9-23, we realize that in Christ: Dwells all the fullness of the Godhead (verse 9), being the head of all principalities and power (10) We are complete (verse 10) We were circumcised spiritually – without hands, cutting off the works of the flesh – sin (verse 11) We died and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-23, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Your Name Be The Glory

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Nov 12, 2024

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Give God the glory for everything

To Your Name Be the Glory Psalm 115:1-11 After Jesus rose from the dead He was walking with two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. The two disciples didn’t recognize Jesus, and they were downtrodden and confused because their hopes and dreams were crushed when their Messiah had been hung on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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