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God's Wisdom And Man's Foolishness Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Oct 10, 2005

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Man’s wisdom is in reality foolishness compared to glory of God’s wisdom as revealed in the cross of Christ.

SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 1:18-31 TITLE: “GOD’S WISDOM AND MAN’S FOOLISHNESS” INTRODUCTION: A. Two men were working with a contracting firm hired to dig a large hole. After several hours of hard ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Watching Wisdom Works Wonders

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Jun 14, 2007

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If we could have one perfect Dad on Father’s Day and the rest of the year, whom would we choose? While the answers may be varied and many, I would choose Joseph of the New Testatment, to be the all time winner of the "Father of all Times."

MATTHEW 1:19-25 WATCHING WISDOM WORKS WONDERS I. REVERENCE: * A. Reflection. B. Rectitude. C. Regularity. II. REALITY: ** A. Resignation. B. Responsibility. C. Relationships. III. RELIABILITY: *** A. Resilience. B. Resourceful. C. Resolve. Although Joseph was the earthly father of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:19-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Wisdom

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 28, 2006

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Pentecost 15(C) - The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: Knowing the Lord is to fear him and this fear is only the beginning.

THE FEAR OF THE LORD IS THE BEGINNING OF WISDOM September 17, 2006 - PENTECOST 15 - Proverbs 9:8-12 * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: No one likes to be called a dummy or considered stupid. The fact is our society places a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:8-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Wisdom: 2 Ways To Live Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2007

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Wisdom is the key to life. Choose wisdom. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

It’s interesting how often in the Scriptures we find ourselves addressed as though we were walking along and had come to a fork in the road. Here we have to make a decision. Do we go right or do we go left? And so often the decision is a life changing one. Joshua in Joshua 24 tells the people they ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

Wisdom - A Matter Of Life And Death Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2007

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What difference does it make if you’re wise or not? And what’s so important about being wise? Because if you follow God’s way you will live.

What difference does it make if you’re wise or not? And what’s so important about being wise? Why does God spend so much space in his written word on encouraging us to be wise? Well today’s passage goes some way in answering those sorts of questions. In fact what we find here is first a warning, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:1-36

Denomination: Anglican

Wisdom: Caution: Be Very Afraid Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Nov 3, 2006

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I hate idiot lights! Yet wisdom calls for us to heed the warning signals. God has given us warning lights to remind us to fear the Lord!

Caution: Be Very Afraid! Proverbs 8:13 Proverbs 8:13 13 To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech. (NIV) I hate “Idiot” Lights. You know, those warning lights on the car dash to let you know something is not quite the way it should be. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:13-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Be Good For Something Get Wisdom!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 11, 2004

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Many want to be good at something in their life but the greatest way to be good for something is to attain wisdom. Wisdom is defined by the Bible as that which is true and right combined with good judgment.

“Be Good for Something, Get Wisdom!” Thesis: Many want to be good at something in their life but the greatest way to be good for something is to attain wisdom. Wisdom is defined by the Bible as that which is true and right combined with good judgment. On the Lighter side: The Wisdom of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thinking About God's Wisdom

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Mar 22, 2004

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Man’s wisdom comes not from himself, it comes from God.

Thinking About God=s Wisdom. 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 Text: 1 Corinthians 2:16 Sermon Idea: Man=s wisdom comes not from himself, it comes from God. Sin runs rampant in our society. Daily newspaper and television reports of overcrowding of prisons can attest to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Holiness

How To Deal With A Shortage Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003

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This message explains how believers may appropriate God’s wisdom.

How to Deal with a Shortage of Wisdom James 1:5-8 In 1999, State Farm Insurance rated the most dangerous intersections for accidents in the United States. The winner (or better, loser) was the corner of Belt Line Road and Midway Road in Addison, Texas. There were 263 reported crashes at that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8, James 1:1-8, Psalm 111:10

Denomination: Baptist

Give Ear To Wisdom's Voice

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Sep 8, 2003

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It is God who imparts understanding to wisdom.

Proverbs 1:20-33 “Give Ear To Wisdom’s Voice” To begin the preparation for today’s message, I came up with a list of 12 things I think are stupid. You may agree or disagree with some or all of my list. You may want to add your own perceptions to my list. At any event, here is my ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33

Denomination: *other

Godly Wisdom For Godly Mothers

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 8, 2002

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An often overlooked story told from the heart of a mother about Moses birth, and early childhood.

Godly wisdom for Godly Mothers A teacher gave her class of second graders a lesson on the magnet and what it does. The next day in a written test, she included this question: “My full name has six letters. The first one is M, and I pick up things. What am I?” When the grades were all in the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:20

Denomination: Church Of God

True Verses False Wisdom Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Nov 4, 2002

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Part 14 in a series in the book of James

A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 14 “True Verses False Wisdom” Date: November 3, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 3:13-18 Introduction We continue our study in the book of James picking up in chapter 3. We have said over and over again, I believe it is worth repeating this ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Financial Wisdom (Part 2) Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 20, 2004

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PROVERBS – Wisdom for Right Living #6 How can we develop financial integrity in our lives? Will we be a good steward of all God has entrusted to us?

INTRODUCTION: Do you remember your high school reunion? Many who attend the 5 and 10 year class reunions just want to impress each other with how successful they have become. By the 20th many have given up on impressing their friends and are just happy to survive. As you near the age of 40 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power, Wisdom And Glory Of The Cross

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 25, 2008

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There were contentions that is, (quarrels; arguments) among the church at Corinth because they were glorying in human leaders. These divisions in the church at Corinth were caused by pride, for “only by pride cometh contention” (Prov. 13:10).

The Power, Wisdom, and Glory of the Cross 1 Corinthians 2:1-8 There were contentions that is, (quarrels; arguments) among the church at Corinth because they were glorying in human leaders. Some were glorying in Paul; some were glorying in Apollo’s; and some were glorying in Peter. All this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Words And Wisdom For Doomsday Believers

Contributed by Don Hawks on Nov 24, 2007

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What about the end of time? When is the second coming? Are we seeing signs of it today with all the wars and troubles in the world?

“…for I will give you words and wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to withstand or contradict.” V. 15 INTRODUCTION: Are we seeing signs today of the end of time with all the wars and other troubles in the world? MAKING SENSE OF TODAY’S SCRIPTURE READING • Does this discussion of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Methodist

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