Sermons on Choosing Wisely:

Seeking

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 2, 2009

How can we use the example of the "wise men" who sought to worship the Christ child as a guide to our own searching?

Matthew 2: 1 – 12 / Seeking Intro: Have you even misplaced something in your house? You know it is there; but, you can’t find it. One day this week, I lost my car keys. Barbara and I searched all over the house for those keys. They were nowhere to be found. I borrowed Barbara’s keys, got in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Gold Christmas Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 20, 2009

What was the most valuable gift that was given in the story of the wise men? And what can we learn from the gifts that were given?

(This sermon was preached following a Christmas cantata, and time constraints forced us to sing only one congregational Christmas song. To compensate for this, I included 3 Christmas carols/hymns in the sermon). OPEN: Someone sent an e-mail that made a list of Christmas Signs they’d seen in their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Divorce That Never Happened Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 5, 2016

When you are under duress and your heart is broken, Joseph proves it is possible to trust God and act wisely in those circumstances.

The Divorce That Never Happened Christmas “Thwarted Plans” Series (Matthew 1:18-25) 1. The Christmas season is upon us, so why not start the sermon with a few Christmas jokes? 2. A lady was picking through the frozen turkeys at the grocery store, but couldn't find one big enough for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hear The Warning

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 22, 2020

hearing the warning in a time that has been in unrest is to make wise decisions that lead us toward a stronger not weaker relationship with the Lord.

Hear the warning 2 Kings 1:1-18 Good Morning This week we remember 911- 19 years ago- Where does time go? A time that this country was rocked and surprised by evil and terror and for a moment brought to its knees. Shock and awe made room for a time of unity and a time to reflect back on our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 1:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Identify Spiritual Seasons

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014

Just as weather knows seasons, so we need to wisely identify we have spiritual seasons? Where are you today?

SEASONS --- Spiritual Seasons By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. WHAT ARE A SEASONS? WE MUST LEARN TO DISCERN THE SEASONS? The Hebrews knew about seasons and times... The SEVENTH DAY... worship The SIX ANNUAL FEAST The DAY OF ATONEMENT... The high priest enters the Holy of Holies for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Test: Watching People: Ready To Quit

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 21, 2020

Come let us reason, it is not wise to watch other people and then throw up our hands and quit. Frustration is a faith killer.

TEST: I AM AN READY TO QUIT… FRUSTRATION… WATCHING PEOPLE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (I have a towel, discuss Roberto Duran’s most famous fight was against Sugar Ray Leonard. Roberto threw in the towel and quit early in the fight? WHAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN?) How easy can our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:29, Psalm 73:1-28, Matthew 16:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Taming The Tongue: A Key To Harmonious Living SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

This sermon explores the power of the tongue and the importance of using it wisely. It emphasizes the need for self-control in speech to promote harmony and avoid destruction.

Lately, there has been a lot of negative news surrounding the Catholic church, particularly regarding allegations of sexual misconduct by priests. While I do not condone these actions, it saddens me because the world is watching and may view the church as hypocritical. However, there is another ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-10

Topics: Speech, Self-Control

Closing The Year Without Regret Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 27, 2025

A timely call to intentional reflection, repentance, and wise action so believers can end the year fulfilled, aligned, and pleasing to God.

CLOSING THE YEAR WITHOUT REGRET By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 5:15-17 Key Verse: “See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.” (Ephesians 5:15-16) Supporting Texts: Psalm 90:12; Philippians 3:13-14; Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking In The Fear Of The Lord

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2025

To walk in the fear of the Lord is to live in such a way that honours God in all areas of life. It is foundational to living a wise, obedient, and fruitful life.

WALKING IN THE FEAR OF THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 9:10 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.” Supporting Texts: Proverbs 1:7 Ecclesiastes 12:13 Isaiah 11:2-3 Acts 9:31 Psalm 111:10 Deuteronomy 10:12 Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10, Psalm 111:10, Deuteronomy 10:12, Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Let His Word Light Your Way - Psalm 119:130 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 5, 2025

God’s Word is not reserved for scholars only—it is for the simple, the broken, the lost, and the seeking. It is light for all who choose to receive it.

Go! And Let His Word Light Your Way - Psalm 119:130 INTRODUCTION: Let me begin by asking you a simple but profound question: Have you ever tried walking through a room in complete darkness? You stumble, you bump into things, maybe even stub your toe. But the moment the light is turned ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:130, Psalm 119:105, John 1:1-5, Matthew 11:25, John 5:39, John 1:12, Hebrews 4:12, Romans 10:9, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Prayer For Wisdom Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 7, 2004

While we can benefit from some of the wisdom that whirls around us, to be truly wise we need the wisdom that comes from above.

Recently a survey was done with a group of kids. This is how they responded to the question, “What do you think wisdom is?” Rocky, age 9, said, “Wisdom is wearing a hat when feeding seagulls.” 9-year-old Carol commented, “Never ask for anything that costs more than $5 when your parents are doing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Be Filled With Spirit-Worked Thanksgiving In Jesus

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Sep 5, 2009

Through God’s Word the Holy Spirit fills us with a thankfulness that seeks to use our time wisely, as he brings God’s truth deep into our hearts through music. Parts: A. Wisely redeeming your time. B. Singing spiritual words to your Lord with your heart.

Text: Ephesians 5:15-20 Theme: Be Filled with Spirit-worked Thanksgiving in Jesus A. Wisely redeeming your time B. Singing spiritual words to your Lord with your heart. Season: Pentecost 13b Date: August 30, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The Unbelievable Gospel

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 9, 2002

This sermon deals with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and how the world chooses to disbelieve it simply because it is so simple.

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1— 10 Title: “The Unbelievable Gospel” Introduction: Isaiah begins this portion of Scripture with the words, “Who hath believed our report?” From the time of Isaiah until now people have looked upon this prophetic idea of a suffering Messiah as something “INCREDIBLE.” Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Scriptural Qualifications For Leadership

Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Apr 18, 2002

When choosing a board to lead your church make sure they come under the scrutiny of Gods Word.

Scriptural Qualifications For Leadership 1Timothy 3: 8-10 Rev. R. B. Hughes INTRODUCTION 1 Timothy 3 gives us qualifications for two reasons: 1. To provide guidelines in local churches in leadership selection. (Acts 6) 2. To give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Consequences Of Bad Choices Series

Contributed by Gavin Poole on Aug 22, 2002

we live in a world of many choices but we can not pick and choose our god or ways of worship.

May 18, 2002 Trinity After Dark 1 Kings 16:29-17:1 “The consequence of Bad Choices” One thing I love about being in America is the number of choices we have. Every time I sit down to watch the television I have 80 channels to choose from. I can’t decide on any one so I end up watching all 80 ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican