Sermons on Godly Wisdom:

Sermon 6 - The Strength Of Sacrifice Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 31, 2025

As we strive to be salt and light to the world, the sacrifices we make for others can make a difference in drawing them toward faith and commitment to Jesus.

Introduction: A. A funny thing happened to me a number of years ago and I have shared the story with you before, but I think it is a good launching point for today’s sermon. 1. Years ago, while I was driving and using my earpiece, I called my brother, but he didn’t answer, so I left him a message. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13, Luke 9:23, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Devil Intended For Evil, But God Meant It For Good. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 6, 2025

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good

The story of Joseph in Genesis 50:20 says, "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." This powerful verse showcases God's sovereignty and ability to turn evil intentions into good outcomes. 1. Joseph's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Philippians 1:12-14

Reasoning With An Unreasonable King (1 Samuel 24:1-22)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Sep 9, 2024

David's journey to the throne seemed to stop when he found himself in a cave hiding from King Saul's army. David had an opportunity to kill Saul. However, he handled it in a way that demonstrated both his godly character and leadership.

We have followed the life of David from the time where he was a shepherd boy tending the flocks of his family to the battlefields of Israel. He has matured from a boy into a man, killing a giant, winning the heart of the nation, and developing into a man of God. He had reached the pinnacles of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22, 1 Samuel 23:14, Romans 12:19-21, Proverbs 16:7

Denomination: Baptist

Fortifying Your Children With God's Word

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Nov 13, 2024

“And you must commit yourselves wholeheartedly to these commands that I am giving you today. Repeat them again and again to your children. Talk about them when you are at home and when you are on the road, when you are going to bed and when you are getting up.” Deut. 6:6-7

What does it mean to fortify your children with God’s Word? Before we delve into the message, let us first understand what the term “fortifying” means. To fortify means to strengthen or make a place resistant to attack. The term is also used in the food industry. For example, you might hear that a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Man Of God Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon aims to inspire and encourage men to embrace their God-given calling and strive to be Godly men, using the biblical character Caleb as a model of faithfulness, consistency, courage, and determination.

Welcome church! Today we look to honor and encourage the men in our midst to step into the calling that they have been given. Being a man in our day and age is no easy task. It’s even more difficult if you’re hoping to be a man after God’s heart in the midst of this increasingly godless culture. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-2

Topics: Godly Leadership, Faithful Living, Spiritual Courage

Following Jesus On The High Road In A Low Road World Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jan 7, 2025

In a world where shortcuts, self-interest, and moral compromise often seem to pave the way to success, following Jesus means choosing a different path.

Title: Following Jesus on the High Road in a Low Road World Text: (Matt. 7:13-14) “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. 14 For the gate is narrow and the way is hard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Distinction Between Forgiveness, Reconciliation, And Forgetting Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

Forgiveness is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith, and it's often misunderstood as being synonymous with reconciliation and forgetting.

Forgiveness is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith, and it's often misunderstood as being synonymous with reconciliation and forgetting. However, the Bible teaches that these three concepts are distinct and should not be conflated. Forgiveness: Letting Go of the Debt Forgiveness is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:25, Matthew 6:12

The Way Of The Righteous

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Feb 12, 2025

The godly person’s "delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night.

Psalm 1 is a great doorway to the New Year. Psalm 1 teaches us that there are two ways to do life. This is the Psalm of the two ways, the two destinies. Psalm 1 sets forth the way of the righteous and the way of the ungodly. Verses 1 through 3 tell us about the way of the righteous and verses 4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Beginning Of…the Universe Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 13, 2010

God lays the foundation for all of life and godliness in Genesis.

Scripture Introduction John Haldane pioneered work in genetics, and in 1952 received the Darwin Medal from the Royal Society. Other awards he received included the Huxley Memorial Medal of the Royal Anthropological Institute and the 1960 Kimber Award from the U.S. National Academy of Sciences. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Women In My Life

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on May 11, 2003

This Sermon is about celebrating the strength of Godly women in our lives.

"The Women In My Life" by Reverend A. LaMar Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church Exodus 1:15-2:10 “What makes you so strong?” is the title of a book written by Jeremiah Wright. It is the question posed to the black woman. “What makes you so strong, black woman?” He like others wonder ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Financial Advice From A Crooked Manager

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jun 5, 2012

"Financial Advice from a Crooked Manager" is an exposition of the Parable of the Unjust Steward in Luke 16:1-13. Sermon Point: There is no discipleship where there is no stewardship. The sermon teaches three godly principles of financial stewardship: (1)

FINANCIAL ADVICE FROM A CROOKED MANAGER Luke 16:1-13 Some people avoid church because they feel the preacher is just after their money. And some pastors and churches intentionally avoid the subject of money. Their motives may be sincere. But their strategy is misguided. You cannot be a devoted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"The Godly Christian” - Psalm 1:1-3 – Part 1 Of 2

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

The Bible teaches us that if we are to be successful in life, then we need to love God’s word and live it out. Part 1 of 2

“THE GODLY CHRISTIAN” PSALM 1:1-3 – PART 1 OF 2 1. The PATH of the Godly Christian. (v. 1) Blessed is the man Deuteronomy 28:2-14; Psalm 2:12; 32:1; 106:3; 112:1; Jeremiah 17:7; Luke 11:28; John 20:29; Revelation 1:3 a. He does not BELIEVE like the wicked. (v. 1a) who walketh not in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Pillars Of Godly Support: Belief And Love - 1john 3:23 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 5, 2022

Some Christians, when they are more established, very imperceptibly, lessen the trust in the Lord, and place it more in their own ability and decision-making. Not consciously, but bit by bit, they take back control of their own lives, and wonder why God seems absent. We look at belief and love.

MESSAGE – THE TWO PILLARS OF GODLY SUPPORT: BELIEF AND LOVE - 1John 3:23 We will be looking at a verse in the first letter of John but just to place it into context we will look at 4 verses – {{1 John 3 v 21-24, but it is verse 23 that is our focus. 1John 3 v 21 “Beloved, if our heart does not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:21-24, Hebrews 3:12, Acts 17:30, Philippians 2:9-11, John 3:36, John 13:34, John 15:12, Matthew 22:36-40, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, John 15:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fatal Assumption: Exposing The Myth That Godly People Don't Suffer Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Unjust suffering carried out with unwavering confidence in God produce unimaginable impact and blessing for you and others.

The South Pacific Islands called Vanuatu consists of four main islands with additional 80 islands surrounding these. Approximately 220,000 people live on the islands today. The islands are around 1,000 miles from Australia itself and were first explored by Captain James Cook. 450 miles long, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of… Genesis Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 10, 2010

God lays the foundation for all of life and godliness in Genesis.

Scripture Introduction Last week Rebekah and I bought a ball of twine for our pole beans. It came wrapped in plastic with a hole through the middle so that the string was dispensed from the inside. As I wrapped the bean-poles, the packaging held the shape of the outer shell of string, even as the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed