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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “counsel Concerning Wisdom That Is True” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 27, 2015
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    James draws a contrast between true and false wisdom.

    Wisdom was an important thing to the Jewish people. They realized it was not enough to have knowledge; you had to also have wisdom to be able to use the knowledge correctly. All of us know people who are very intelligent, perhaps almost geniuses, and yet, seemingly are unable to carry out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Christian Wisdom

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013
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    Worldly wisdom versus the 'wisdom from on high.'

    CHRISTIAN WISDOM. James 3:13-4:3; James 4:7-8. “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God” (James 1:5) James has used an illustration of two sources in his discussion of the divisiveness of the tongue (James 3:10-12). Now he wants to get to the heart of the matter. It is not, after all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jody VanSickle avatar

    Where Do You Get Your Wisdom

    Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Sep 22, 2012
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    There are two kinds of wisdom to be attained in this world, which one do you choose?

    WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR WISDOM FROM? James 3:13-18 We can find wisdom in a lot of places if we’ll just look for it: • My of us have heard the phrase, “Out of the mouths of babes…” (Psalm 8:2) I want to share with you some wisdom from kids: • No matter how hard you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Peter Toy avatar

    The Right Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Peter Toy on Mar 26, 2013
     | 7,142 views

    What is true wisdom and which wisdom will we choose?

    Which path will you choose? The passage this morning talks about wisdom. When the Bible speaks about wisdom, it’s talking about much more than just head knowledge, memorizing a set of facts. When the Bible speaks about wisdom it is describing a way of living that brings success, peace and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Peace That Comes From Heavenly Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 10, 2014
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     | 7,358 views

    James describes how to identify counterfeit earthly wisdom and enjoy the inner peace that comes from heavenly wisdom.

    There is a familiar picture of a man at the base of a lighthouse, standing in an open door. A giant wave smashing against the lighthouse, but the man seems oblivious to the danger around him. The picture is called“Lighthouse in the Storm” and was taken by French photographer Jean ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Two Ways To Live Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014
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     | 8,358 views

    James contrasts two kinds of wisdom.

    Most of us probably know some people whose lives always seem to be in chaos and disorder. It seems like they are always just moving from one crisis to the next. And we also know other people who face equally difficult circumstances and yet have lives that are peaceful. As we continue our study in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    Who Is Wise And Understanding Among You? Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Aug 7, 2013
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     | 8,652 views

    “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.”(James 3:13)

    “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.”(James 3:13) "Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you. Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Get Smart! James 3

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 29, 2013
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    James tells us that there are two different wisdoms trying to control of our lives – one originates from Heaven above and the other is an earthly unspiritual wisdom. We need to “Get Smart” with God’s Wisdom from above!

    Series: Let’s Do This! Summary of sermon 1 and 2 Sermon 3: Get Smart! Question – There are Two Wisdoms in this World- Which one do you follow? Video Clip: You Tube Get Smart clips http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8amXSGAtd0 cut at 4:03! Thesis: James tells us that there are two ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Wise Guys Finish First"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 11, 2013
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    Today we get to the topic of wisdom. And of all the topics he has discussed, wisdom could be the most important stimulus for spiritual growth. In other words if you plan to grow in the faith it will not happen if you do not first get wisdom.

    Wise guys finish First” James 3:13-18 If you had the chance to ask for whatever you wanted, what would it be? The OT gives us the story of a man named Solomon. We find the record that Solomon showed his love for God by walking according to God’s law. God rewarded him by coming to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Misunderstanding True Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 12, 2019
     | 5,980 views

    This passage is a detailed instruction about wisdom—what it is and how we are to use it.

    Tonight’s passage is a detailed instruction about wisdom—what it is and how we are to use it. Many are guilty of twisting and adjusting wisdom to mean what they want. One of the greatest temptations that ever confronts us is the temptation to twist true wisdom. This is what this passage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    How To Improve Your Marriage

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 2, 2018
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     | 8,051 views

    So many people are hurting in their marriages today. This simple, yet in-depth message, can help married couples enrich their relationships and find peace in troubled times.

    o The Bible has a lot to say about "Words" o Words are the "Currency of Life o Imagine a world without words… I. A MAN'S STOMACH IS FILLED WITH THE PRODUCE OF HIS MOUTH! A. Life and Death are in the power of our tongues. - Proverbs 18:20-22 1. Our words are seeds - V.20 2. Every word we speak ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Tongue Is Still The Tongue

    Contributed by Jason Bentley on May 12, 2015
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    Has the tongue really changed? Have new avenues of having our voices heard revealed more of who we truly are? How do we contol the uncontrollable tongue?

    The Tongue is Still the Tongue Warning About the Tongue Ok, everybody do this (stick out your tongue). Now look at the person next to you. Nasty, ain’t it! That’s really, really gross! But, for all the grossness you see on a physical tongue, none of that compares to the nastiness ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Lay Man avatar

    The Character Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015
     | 4,259 views

    But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. - James 3:17 When we think of having the Holy Spirit of God we think sometimes immediately of ..

    But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. - James 3:17 When we think of having the Holy Spirit of God we think sometimes immediately of power, spiritual gifts and great ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Archie Norman avatar

    Spiritual Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Dec 9, 2014
     | 5,025 views

    book of james

    Spiritual Wisdom James 3:13-18 1. The test of true wisdom A. Shown not spoken - v. 13 B. Controlled not contentious - vs. 13-14 C. Spiritual not sensual - vs. 14-15 D. Eternal not earthly - v. 15 2. The traits of true wisdom A. pure B. peaceful C. Gentle ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gordon Pike avatar

    I Was Just Thinking Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 13, 2019
     | 4,395 views

    As James points out, there are two kinds of wisdom: Godly wisdom (from above) and worldly wisdom. True wisdom is a gift from God and what we are doing with it today is not how God intended us to use it.

    As many of you have probably heard before, the Greeks had three different words to describe three different kinds of love: “Eros” … where we get our English word “erotic” from. It denotes a sexual sort of love. “Agape” … denotes a spiritual or unconditional type of love … usually used to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist