Sermons on Listen Wisely:

A Word To The Wise

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 7, 2015

The wisdom of the wise versus the foolishness of preaching.

A WORD TO THE WISE. 1 Corinthians 1:18-25. The common consensus in the world of Paul’s day was that God exists. The Jews knew the identity of the true and living God from their past encounters with Him; but the Greeks were floundering about in the dark, seeking ways of access to God through the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Wisely

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Oct 17, 2013

Christians are expected to know how to live wisely.

LIVING WISELY Ephesians 5:15-21 Preceding paragraphs argued that being followers of Christ requires different lifestyles. The pagans live their lives in ignorance due to their stubbornness. Now since they trusted Jesus as their Savior and Lord, they were taught in accordance with the truth that is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Praise Of The Wise Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 22, 2013

Why would the Wise Men travel so far, at such expense, and over dangerous roads? Jesus wasn't "their" King was He? And what can we learn from how they responded to Jesus wasn't they arrived?

OPEN: When I was a boy, every December we’d sing: We Three Kings Of Orient Are” Stand with me and let’s sing just the first verse together: “We three kings of Orient are, bearing gifts we traverse afar. Field and fountain, moor and mountain, following yonder star. O star ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wise Up Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 15, 2008

1 or 13 of Galatians. This Sermon calls Christians to wise-up about simplicity and certainty of the Gospel through the eyes of the Apostle Paul

Wise up Sunday sermon July 30, 2006 (Galatians 1:1-5, through Galatians part 1) Intro: People do some of the dumbest things. Here is a top 10 list of famous last words: • Okay, Let it down slowly • What does this button do? • Step back a bit, I can’t get you in the picture. • It’s OK, I saw ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wise And Wiser Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 22, 2017

Wisdom is about making good choices, and it is also about know what to typically expect in life and in dealing with otherås. We can always gain more wisdom as we incorporate particular concepts.

Wise and Wiser (Proverbs 25:1-7) 1. Last week, I finally carved out some time to water blast our back deck. Between rain, cold, and busy schedules, it was no easy task. 2. Neither is water blasting. Last time I did it, 3 years ago, not such a good result; it would cut little trails into the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wise Or Foolish?

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 13, 2014

A lesson on true wisdom and knowledge for graduating seniors.

1. Burger King April Fool's Joke On April 1st, 1998 Burger King published a full page advertisement in an American newspaper announcing the introduction of a new item to their menu: a "Left-Handed Whopper" especially designed for the 32 million left-handed Americans. According to the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be A Wise Guy

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

Learn about God's wisdom from James 3:13-18

James 3:13–18 If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom. 14But if you are bitterly jealous and there is selfish ambition in your heart, don’t cover up the truth with boasting and lying. 15For jealousy ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wise Up! Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Aug 25, 2014

To have the wisdom to live in a chaotic and confusing world, we must grow in our relationship with Christ.

Title: Wise Up Text: Daniel 2:1-49 Truth: To have the wisdom to live in a chaotic and confusing world, we must grow in our relationship with Christ. Aim: To pursue and submit to Christ’s will in order to live wisely. INTRODUCTION During the week, when I have lunch at home, I often watch a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Perspectives Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 23, 2021

Wise perspectives incubate wise actions. This Sunday's sermon will look at wise perspectives about leadership, our shared humanity, and discipling children.

Wise Perspectives (Proverbs 29:12-17, 26) 1. A woman was trying hard to get the ketchup out of the jar. During her struggle the phone rang so she asked her 4-year-old daughter Amanda to answer the phone. And kids view the world differently sometimes. Literally. She answered the phone obediently, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:12-17, Proverbs 29:26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be A Wise Guy. Series

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Dec 13, 2017

I. The Wise men’s journey is one of TRUE FAITH. II. The Wise men’s journey is one of WORSHIP. III. The Wise man’s journey is one of CHANGE.

I. The Wise men’s journey is one of TRUE FAITH. There is a world of difference between “false faith” and “true faith.” False Faith – My words are different from my actions, I live to impress others, I lift myself up and put others down. True Faith – My words and actions match, I live to serve ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wise Guys

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 12, 2021

This I know— Wise men—Seek Him. Wiser men—Find Him. Wisest men—Follow Him.

The Wise Guys. Matthew 2:1-11TPT. Pastor David Smith tells the story about a small Southern town and the "Nativity Scene.” Smith states, it showed great skill and talent in creating it. One small feature bothered me. The 3 Wise Men were wearing firemen's helmets. Totally unable to come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11, Isaiah 40:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wise Men Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 15, 2022

This story only appears in Matthew’s gospel. The Magi were leaders and priests who were fascinated by science and astrology. They were educated and wealthy.

The Wise Men December 18, 2022 Matthew 2:1-12 NIV After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” 3 When ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Isaiah 60:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wise And Understanding Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 26, 2023

This is the 7th Sermon in the Series "Jesus' Half Brother- James". This Series is from the Book of James.

Series: Jesus’ Half Brother- James [#7] WISE AND UNDERSTANDING James 3:13-18 Introduction: In 2009, I had to get a pacemaker. While the pacemaker I received back then was “state of the art”; it is not now. On Monday, I had to have my pacemaker battery changed out. I waited all day for my ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Woman

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 21, 2025

We may have lots of knowledge, great wealth, good looks and tons of experience, but if we do not have wisdom, they‟re all useless. Wisdom cannot be bought, because wisdom is God‟s gift

WISE WOMAN (Proverbs 31:10-31) We may have lots of knowledge, great wealth, good looks and tons of experience, but if we do not have wisdom, they?re all useless. Wisdom cannot be bought, because wisdom is God?s gift. King Solomon was right, when he first became king, he didn?t ask for wealth. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming Wise! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 7, 2023

A sermon series using the practical wisdom from James.

Being Wise James 3:13-18 July 9, 2023 A 1916 ad that said it was healthy to give Blatz beer to infants. The ad said A case of Blatz beer in your home means much to the young mother and obviously baby participates in its benefits. The malt in the beer supplies nourishing qualities that are ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist