Sermons on Counterintuitive Wisdom:

Divine Wisdom Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 30, 2008

What does wisdom from above look like? What would happen in a church displaying such heavenly wisdom? James gives us the answer to these questions.

JAMES 3:17, 18 DIVINE WISDOM “The wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown by those who make peace” James called for people of wisdom to identify themselves. Those who ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Wisdom Of The Gospel

Contributed by Ed Wood on Sep 1, 2008

A second message by Paul on spiritual wisdom.

THE WISDOM OF THE GOSPEL 1 Corinthians 2:6-13 INTRO: Men sometimes speak of "The Simple Gospel." This is true enough if you are considering what is involved in salvation. But it is very profound in what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Passing On Wisdom Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Sep 28, 2008

This message talks about how we should be passing on wisdom, and how easy that really is to accomplish!

I am a fan of the long pass. Who of us isn’t really, right? Most of us as kids grow up wanting to be quarterbacks. We day dream of catching or throwing that game winning Hail Mary pass. Throwing and catching is a lot of fun to watch too... This morning, I want to talk about what you pass on from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:31

Denomination: Baptist

Got Wisdom?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Oct 18, 2008

Wisdom is a gift from God. It is something that we can ask for and only useful if the wisdom we share has a heavenly source.

Got Wisdom? James 3:13-18 I hope you recall that James is speaking to Jews living in a foreign land. Jews that believe that the messiah has come and are persecuted for their belief. The book of James teaches us a bout a faith that works, a faith that is made visible by actions. Today we are ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Congregational

Benefits Of Wisdom

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Oct 30, 2008

Being wise in God’s ways, wisdom comes and makes available a correct application of truth which will honor the Lord and bring about untold blessings.

Benefits of Wisdom Text: Proverbs 3:1-32 Intro: Apostle Paul asked in 1 Corinthians 1:20 (KJV), "Where is the wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the disputer of this world? Hath not God made foolish the wisdom of this world?" Being wise in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Words Of Wisdom

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Nov 1, 2008

Jesus’ words about servanthood are a call for the church to offer freedom to those that are suffering with ’Heavy burdens, hard to bear’

Matthew 23:1-12 ‘Words of Wisdom’ 1. In my study I have a pin-board on the wall, with notes of things I need to do (and should have done!) and with schedules for meetings, preaching rotas, lists of lectionary readings – and most importantly (amongst all the day-to-day things) my ‘Words of Wisdom’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Life Of Wisdom

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 10, 2008

We have a short life, we need to know the One who is eternal. We live a sinful life, we need God’s forgiveness. We have a frail life, we need God’s help.

Psalms 90:1-17 The author of this psalm is Moses. The first writer of the Bible is Moses. - No books were written in the days before the Flood when people lived to be almost 1000 years of age. Methuselah lived to be 969 years old. - No Bible books were written in the days of Abraham when people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Foolish Wisdom Series

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 21, 2009

We don’t have to spruce the Gospel up.... Our job is to simply tell the story as clearly as possible – the power resides in the Gospel, not in our eloquence.

Foolish Wisdom 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI October 19, 2008 Series: The Church in Crisis There is a major flaw in Christianity that no one seems to want to talk about. It is the elephant in the room, the gorilla in the corner, the unsightly blemish on the face that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seek Wisdom Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 17, 2009

The wisdom of the world is fleeting; seek godly wisdom!

Seek Wisdom, James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a Introduction Those who study bees tell us when a honeybee drives its barbed stinger into flesh, it becomes so firmly imbedded that the only way the bee can escape is to leave the stinger behind. This, however, is sure to cause the death of the bee. It receives ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Pursue Wisdom

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Sep 19, 2009

We are to pursue the wisdom that is "from above" not that which is of man.

WHAT IS THE POINT of pursuing wisdom? To become wise. • Gaining wisdom is its own reward. Or is it? • Philosophers might think so, but James has other ideas. • James challenges us to think differently about wisdom. • James lived during a time of great philosophers: The Greek: ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Walking In Wisdom Series

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Jun 4, 2008

The reason for this is that God is more interested in developing wisdom through your character than making sure life is comfortable for you. God is more interested in making your life holy than He is in making your life happy. We can be reasonably happy

OPENER: Who Want’s To Be A Millionaire Trivia Game (available on powerpoint by request) Fitting into Your World: Congratulations on your physical prowess in dealing with everyday obstacles. For instance— You probably navigated stairs expertly by shortening their strides and lowering their ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Wisdom Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Oct 19, 2009

Part 6 of 7 in our teaching series, "TRUE RELIGION" For more information, email info@newsongs.org or visit www.newsongs.org

To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THIS SERIES. :: Powerful Words • Words indicate our direction • Words create or destroy life in ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: *other

Concerning Wisdom Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 12, 2009

The importance of wise living

SERIES: BE SATISFIED “CONCERNING WISDOM” ECCLESIASTES 7:10-29 Two young engineers applied for a single position at a computer company. They both had the same qualifications. In order to determine which individual to hire, the applicants were asked to take a test by the department manager. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:10-29

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

Wisdom & Understanding Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Jun 15, 2007

this is sermon 5 in a series talking about spiritual blessings we overlook many times

Seven Spiritual Blessings Part 5 Wisdom & Understanding Foundational Text: Eph. 1:3-14 Text: Eph. 1:8 Intro: We have been looking for the past couple of weeks at spiritual blessings - these are blessings that we overlook many times - the reason it is so important for us to recognize and apply ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational