Sermons on Ask For Wisdom: showing 286-300 of 155,320

Choose Wisdom Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 13, 2002

Sermon 2 of 7 on Ephesians 5-6. This was preached on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2002

Choose Wisdom Today we honor Mothers. We do so for a variety of reasons. Mostly we do so because of their love for us and because of their wisdom. They aren’t always wise! Consider Mrs. Monroe who lives in Darlington, Maryland. She’s the mother of 8 children. She came home one afternoon from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21, James 4:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walking In Wisdom Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 27, 2009

Wisdom is not knowledge, it is the correct application of knowledge. A person can have all the knowledge in the world and yet lack wisdom.

Walking in Wisdom Text: Ephesians 5:15-21 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) I have an uncle that has a certain phrase that he often uses when someone comes to him with troubling news. He will listen to the person and then he will say, “This too will pass.” Now he doesn’t say that flippantly or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Wisdom Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Jan 7, 2012

From this passage I want us to learn what Paul has to say to refute the problems of the church with the wisdom of the gospel.

1st Corinthians Series Part 2 The Wisdom of the Gospel 1st Corinthians 1:18-2:5 Introduction If you remember last week as we began our study of the book of first Corinthians, we learned that the occasion of this letter was because of problems in the church at Corinth. If you remember last Sunday ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

In Praise Of Wisdom

Contributed by Cindy Breadner on Jul 18, 2007

Proverbs is a book of wonder ... use it to its fullest

What is wisdom? In the dictionary it is defined as “knowledge of what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action; sagacity, discernment, or insight, the quality or state of being wise;” So I go further what is wise? Having the power of discerning and judging properly as to what is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wisdom Or Foolishness Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 31, 2003

The Christian message is foolishness to our world. But God’s foolishness is wiser than human wisdom. Christians can only boast in God, and not in ourselves. And Christians maturity is about having God’s Spirit, not our own wisdom. It’s about having the mi

By Guerin Tueno Imagine yourself a member of God’s heavenly selection committee. God has given us the job of putting together a profile of the sort of person that Heaven’s looking for. What sort of person should we be keen to select? Smart people? – God knows everything. Surely he’ll want to ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Passing On Wisdom Series

Contributed by Rob Jansons on Apr 10, 2007

This is a short sermon on raising children, on parenting

We are beginning a sermon series on Proverbs. I was going to call it “The High Way of Wisdom” because the book of proverbs uses that image: there is a wise path and a foolish path to follow in life. Proverbs 16:17 “The highway of the upright avoids evil; he who guards his way guards his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2004

Proverbial wisdom: 1- Peace and quiet 2- Silver and Gold

INTRO.- Quips and quotes. - To have a stress-free day, take a night job. - It’s better to have loved and lost than to do ten loads of laundry a week. - The best thing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time. Abe Lincoln - Even God cannot change the past. (but I would add: He can ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 30, 2004

1- Plot not 2- Accuse not 3- Envy not

INTRO.- More human proverbs or quips and quotes. - Many people complain of their memory, few of their judgment. - One thing is certain: more people are going on diets tomorrow than today. - Many people are too busy making a living to make a life worth living. - There is less pain in biting your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:29-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Riches Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 9, 2014

This sermon discovers the six greatest advantages to having wisdom.

Did anyone see this story this week? A Texas woman said a burglar stole up to $1 million worth of designer bags and accessories from a treasured room in her Houston-area house — her closet. Theresa Roemer, an entrepreneur and former Mrs. Texas United America, recently displayed her ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:13-26

Denomination: Foursquare

Walking With Wisdom Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012

Do you wish to be wise? Would you like to discern God’s will and use your time wisely? Our text wants that for you.

Introduction Do you wish to be wise? Do you wish to make wise decisions? Would you like to give wise counsel? Would you like to discern God’s will and use your time wisely? Our text wants that for you. Let’s see what wisdom we can gain from it. Text We are about to close out this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Anointed With Wisdom" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 4, 2003

Jesus had three encounters on the way to His crucifixion in Jerusalem, that have a lot to teach us. (Part 2 in "The Road To Glory" Easter series)

“And as they were going along the road, someone said to Him, “I will follow You wherever You go.” And Jesus said to him, ‘The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head.’ And He said to another, ‘Follow Me’. But he said, ‘Permit me first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Orthodox

Wisdom For The Neighborhood

Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 23, 2004

Solomon teaches his son about how to live at peace with those around him.

Wisdom For The Neighborhood Proverbs 3:27-35 Once upon a time in a land far away neighbors welcomed new people to the neighborhood with a freshly baked apple pie, they offered to watch one another’s house while they were away visiting family, and people felt a sense of security and unity. Kids who ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:27-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians And Wisdom Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 10, 2018

There were among the Gentiles wise philosophers who considered the Gospel foolishness; and although the apostle, with tongue in cheek, had called the Gospel ministry the foolishness of preaching, and the foolishness of God, and even though he had . . .

September 1, 2012 Lessons on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 2.5: Christians and Wisdom Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2.6-2.16 1 Cor 2.6-16 (KJV) 6 Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not the wisdom of this world, nor of the princes of this world, that come to nought: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Characteristic Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 11, 2004

Wisdom – is the action that results from or the ability to respond to knowledge and understanding. Wisdom puts truth into action.

Developing Christian Character: The Characteristic of Wisdom. Character: - is defined as the pattern of behavior or personality found in an individual or group; it is wisdom, humbleness, purity, reverence, moral constitution, moral firmness, self control, integrity, truthfulness, honesty, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-31

Denomination: Apostolic

Wisdom For The Family Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 22, 2019

Speak for those who can't speak for themselves.

Wisdom For the Family Proverbs 24:11-12 Rev. Brian Bill January 19-20, 2019 It’s probably not appropriate for a Packers fan to bring up the “double doink” field goal missed by Bears kicker Cody Parkey in the closing seconds of their game with the Eagles a couple weeks ago…but I’m going to anyway. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:11-12, Proverbs 31:8-9, Proverbs 2:1, Proverbs 5:1-23

Denomination: Baptist