Sermons on Folly:

Youth With Christ In Action

Contributed by Minister Dachi on Oct 20, 2022

Solomon, who wasted much of his life in folly, perhaps thought better of the matter in his declining days. He contended: “Remember now your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near when you will say, I have no pleasure in them” (Eccl. 12:1).

WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT YOUTH LIFE? ECCLESIASTES 11:9-10 Young People, enjoy your youth. Be happy while you are still young. Do what you want to do, and follow your heart’s desire. But remember that God is going to judge you for whatever you do. Youth is a time for fundamental decisions ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-17, Acts 6:1-7

Who's On Trial? Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 4, 2024

You can avoid making a fool of yourself if you submit to Jesus as your Lord, admit your weakness before Him, and embrace the truth He offers.

One evening, while waiting for a bus, a young man was standing with a crowd of people looking in the widow of a taxidermist shop. In the center of the window was a large owl that attracted the attention of all who passed by. The self-appointed expert began to criticize the job done on it. “If I ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-38, John 13:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Pearls Before Swine Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jul 24, 2021

The “fear of God is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight” or understanding. This “fear” is a reverential regard for God who has communicated His will and purpose to us and to whom we are accountable for our actions.

Pearls before Swine Proverbs 9:1-18 The Prologue of Solomon's book of Proverbs ends with a choice of two paths. - an invitation from Lady Wisdom and an invitation from Lady Folly. These descriptions and quotations of Wisdom and Folly are a study in similarities and contrasts. Both Wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Foolish Boasting Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 13, 2025

If you’re going to boast, boast about your service, suffering, and shame.

When women get together, one might say, “I was hit by a car today," and all the other women will say, “You're kidding! What happened? Where? Are you all right?” When men get together, their conversation is very different. One might say, “I was hit by a car today," and I guarantee ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:16-33, Mark 10:45, Hebrews 12:2, Acts 9:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Handwriting On The Wall Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 4, 2021

Belshazzar arrogantly tested the Lord by converting the use of the most holy vessels from God's temple into vessels for the most unholy of purposes--worshiping idols and drunken immorality. He thus discovered a recipe for spiritual disaster. Learn from him how to avoid spiritual disaster!

This morning, we have the privilege of consider the actual historical and Scriptural event that resulted in our proverbial saying, “And I saw the handwriting on the wall.” Obviously, the biblical story has made such an impression on people of our culture that 2600 hundred years later we still use ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-8, Proverbs 1:7

Denomination: Bible Church

The Foolishness Of The Cross

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

Paul wrote about the foolishness of many things, but the most shocking is that he wrote about the foolishness of the cross.

The mayor and other dignitaries were looking into the vast pit dug for the new hospital to be built. The town half-wit came up and gazed into the pit, and asked the mayor what he was going to do with this big hole. The mayor decided to humor him and said, "We are going to round up all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

"Will Ye Also Go Away"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 21, 2006

exhort men to come to Christ today

“Will Ye Also Go Away" John 6:60-67 “Will Ye Also Go Away" It is important to remember that the Greek word translated disciple means a pupil or a learner. It was often applied to the followers of Christ because they were taught by him. It does not imply, of necessity, that those to whom it was ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-67

Denomination: Baptist

The Seduction Of Mr. Simple Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jul 5, 2021

We are all fallen creatures and although we praise and thank God that we have been saved by grace through faith in Christ.. have been made a new creation in Him and have been given His resurrected life - our old, fleshly nature battle against our new life in Christ.

The seduction of Mr. Simple Proverbs 7:1-27 The book of proverbs is a collection of wise words regarding morality and right versus wrong. Proverbs is largely concerned with the inevitability of God's justice and the importance of prudence. Solomon's proverbs maintain that wicked deeds ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:1-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

April Fool

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 1, 2024

We are fools of God to proclaim the foolishness of God which is the message of Crucifixion. The wisdom of God is Jesus Christ. We must be wise to the World with God's word and plan.

AMC 01.04.2024 Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Theme: April fool. Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Happy April fool’s day! Introduction: April Fool’s day has an interesting history. France switched to Gregorian calendar from the Julian calendar as decided by the Council of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Methodist

Fool A Fool’s Way Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Feb 11, 2020

Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, My brothers and sisters, to speak about a FOOL is as hard on the soul ...

FOOL A FOOL’S WAY Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (February 11, 2020) ““But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:22, Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 18:2, Proverbs 18:5, Proverbs 26:3-12, Proverbs 29:11, Proverbs 29:9, 1 Corinthians 4:10, Jeremiah 4:22, Psalm 14:1-7, Proverbs 23:7, Matthew 7:26, Proverbs 10:14, Proverbs 15:7, Proverbs 18:7, Ecclesiastes 7:9, Matthew 26:7, Matthew 6:19-21, Proverbs 28:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

Foolish Wisdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 3, 2024

This sermon explores the paradox of God's wisdom in the cross, which confounds worldly wisdom, and encourages embracing God's wisdom as our guiding truth.

Good morning, dear family of faith. It is a joy to gather with you once again in this sacred space, a place where we can come together, embrace the fellowship of believers, and seek the wisdom of the Almighty God. Today, we find ourselves standing on the threshold of a profound exploration into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Topics: Foolishness, Cross

Competing Calls Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 8, 2004

#4 in Proverbs & Parables Series The call of the wise is contrasted with the call of the wild in Proverbs 9

Competing Calls Proverbs 8-9 SCRIPTURE READING: Proverbs 9:1-6 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever gone shopping across the border in Mexico? I remember one particular time. I was walking through the “tiendas” (shopping district) in Monterrey, Mexico. On every side “hawkers” were standing at the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Jerry Springer Patriarch Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

Even in Judah’s horrendous sin the benevolent grace of our God was at work.

Genesis 38 March 14, 2004 As we have been going through the book of Genesis these past number of months, I have come to a disturbing realization. Jacob and his family would have been the perfect recruits for the Jerry Springer show. For those of you who have never seen that show, or who want to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-3, Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Pivotal Decisions

Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 20, 2023

Where will we go to get the wisdom we need for life? Where will these decisions lead me?

Solomon was writing to his son because like every parent, it was his responsibility to prepare his child or children to face life. For every parent it means spending a lot of time guiding them through different stages of growth and helping them to develop life skills so one day they can handle the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enlightened By Grace Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Mar 7, 2012

God has made known to us "the mystery of his will."

[If you would like to receive Jonathan's "Sermon of the Week," please contact jonrmcleod@gmail.com.] MYSTERIES REVEALED Most people are intrigued by mysteries. How did the Egyptians build the pyramids? What’s the truth about the Bermuda Triangle? Who was Jack the Ripper? God has shown his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist