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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "Why Proverbs? Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 4, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,606 views

    Solomon tells us who the book of Proverbs was written for and why.

    The fool says in his heart “there is no God” (Psalm 14:1), lives as if there’s no God and ends up eternally separated from God. The wise acknowledges there’s a God, lives to please God and ends up eternally enjoying communion with God. Those who are wise acknowledge that God is there and He is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wisdom In Watching And Walking (Ephesians 5:1-21)

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 4, 2019
     | 4,271 views

    WISDOM IN WATCHING AND WALKING (EPHESIANS 5:1-21)

    WISDOM IN WATCHING AND WALKING (EPHESIANS 5:1-21) On the third day of the Chinese New Year more than ten of us from two fellowships headed to the Peak at my suggestion because I used to walk there with Doris and her sisters on the third day of the year since the third day is traditionally not a day ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Me?! A Wise Person? You've Got To Be Kidding!

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 15, 2001
    based on 176 ratings
     | 7,514 views

    An exploration of the availability of wisdom to all who seek it.

    Introduction: It’s a shame that so many people immediately tune out when you start talking about wisdom. To them, wisdom is theoretical, academic book knowledge that has nothing to do with the real world. Yet that is not at all what wisdom is about. Wisdom is not abstract knowledge; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grow Up In All Aspects In Christ

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 26, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 15,814 views

    "I want to, I need to, be more like Jesus." Thirty-four dimensions of maturity in Christ. When I became a man, I put away childish things -- including the fear of childishness and the desire to be grown-up.

    The Problem of Becoming Mature in Many Aspects Ephesians 4:15-15 The word teleios is the Greek word used for maturity. It implies a wholeness, perfection and completeness. Growing up in all aspects in Christ is a life-long exercise in discipling ourselves for the purpose of godliness. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Gifts Of The Spirit 4: Word Of Wisdom, Knowledge And Faith Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 14, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,426 views

    A look now at ’manifestations of the Spirit’ and the first three mentioned: word of wisdom, word of knowledge and faith

    Gifts of the Spirit 4: The Word of Wisdom, word of Knowledge and Faith. 1 COr 12:7-9 WBC 12/9/4 pm (Read vs 1-11) INTRO Robin explained well last Sun pm - different kinds of Gifts (lit gifts of grace) - service. God enables people to serve differently - workings: lit ¡¥energentia¡¦. Ie ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Source Of Wisdom (By; Pastor Jose Jr.)

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 2, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,203 views

    What is wisdom? Do we need it, or is God’s voice enough? Is the Holy Spirit a substitute for God knowledge, understanding, and wisdom? How can we understand God’s wisdom with our minds? Let’s explore!

    Opening Scriptures: I Kings 3:3-15,  Col 4:2-6 "And Solomon loved the Lord, hwalking in the statutes of his father David, except that he sacrificed and burned incense at the high places. 4 Now the king went to Gibeon to sacrifice there, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Raising Kids PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025
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     | 135 views

    Faithful parenting means prioritizing what truly matters—raising children to love God and others—through steady, loving discipline and reliance on God’s guidance and grace.

    If you’ve ever picked up a forgotten lunchbox at the end of the day and discovered a science project growing inside, or tried to pray while a toddler plays percussion on pots and pans, you’re in good company. Parenting feels like herding hummingbirds—beautiful, jittery, and fast. From sippy cups to ...read more

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    Cleansed By The Savior PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 631 views

    Explores our Christian identity as individuals chosen by God, cleansed by Christ's sacrifice, and called to a life of service.

    Greetings, beloved family of God. It is a blessing to be gathered together in this sacred space once again, to share in the profound joy of fellowship, and to be nourished by the Word of God. As we gather here, we are drawn into the embrace of our Creator, reminded of the cleansing power of Christ, ...read more

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    How Wise Are You? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,023 views

    This sermon explores the true nature of wisdom, emphasizing its source in God and its application in our lives, contrasting it with worldly wisdom.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? It's a privilege, a blessing, a divine appointment, to come together as one body, one church, one family, united in our shared love for Christ. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a ...read more

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    When One Person Uses Her Spiritual Gift Series

    Contributed by Peter Parry on Dec 13, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,668 views

    When one person uses his/her spiritual gift(s), God can do great and wonderful works in His Church.

    When One Person Uses Her Spiritual Gift (Esther 4:8-17) I have set the scene for us already with Esther’s situation. What now is she going to do? Who is Esther? We know she was orphaned at a young age and was raised by her uncle, Mordecai; we know too that she was very beautiful and ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    What God Has Prepared For Us

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,663 views

    This message was preached on a special Sunday of giving to pay off the debt on land. It was meant to be an encouragement to move forward in God’s plans for His Church according to His wisdom and will.

    WHAT GOD HAS PREPARED FOR US 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 INTRODUCTION: A. Let’s take a trip back in history - back to 681 B.C. 1. The nation of Judah had fallen away from God, big time. 2. So God had raised up a man, a prophet by the name of Isaiah, to proclaim a message – it was a message of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "What Could You Have Done Differently?"

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Oct 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,986 views

    When God speaks to us about our children we need to look seriously at the charge.

    "What Could You Have Done Differently?" *This Deals with natural sons/daughters as well as spirtual sons/daughters. 1 Samuel 8:2 Scripture urges parents to raise up their children in the ways of the Lord (for example, Prov. 22:6 say’s , "Train up a child in the way he should go, And when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Proverbs 2 - Seeking Wisdom In Your Heart Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 16, 2010
    based on 26 ratings
     | 35,874 views

    A look at Proverbs chapter two.

    Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Two We continue our study on the Book of Proverbs. Let us now look at chapter two. SEEKING WISDOM 1 My son, if you receive my words, And treasure my commands within you, 2 So that you incline your ear to wisdom, And apply your heart to understanding; 3 Yes, if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dealing With Indecision Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 9, 2008
    based on 108 ratings
     | 45,953 views

    This sermon looks at the problem of indecision, the solution to indecision and the promise of God’s faithfullness. Subtitle: How To Make Wise Decisions

    Dealing With Indecision (How To Make Wise Decisions) Today we are continuing an in depth series on the book of James. Last week we looked at how we could have power over our problems. This week we are going to discover that God wants you to make wise decisions. Remember God wants us to grow ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 9 Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 15, 2010
     | 2,818 views

    One of the most interesting things about the book of James is that it is one of the earliest epistles written to believers. ... Now in Chapter three, we see James is discussing wisdom and understanding, and once again, he makes the conclusion that just l

    THE ACTIVITY OF WISDOM JAMES 3:13-18 INTRODUCTION: One of the most interesting things about the book of James is that it is one of the earliest epistles written to believers. As such, what we have is the most basic and foundational principles on a variety of issues. A couple of weeks ago, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist