Sermons on Practical Wisdom:

When Wisdom Fails Sin Prevails

Contributed by Bill Adams on Apr 23, 2007

How does one fail when God gives then the weapons for victory? Solomon shows us how.

When Wisdom Fails Sin Prevails 1 Kings 9:1 And it came to pass, when Solomon had finished the building of the house of the LORD, and the king’s house, and all Solomon’s desire which he was pleased to do, 2 That the LORD appeared to Solomon the second time, as he had appeared unto him at Gibeon. 3 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 4:26-34

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Wisdom: The Story Of The Wise Men Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 12, 2006

Three aspects of a Wise Man 1. Journey of Faith 2. Journey of Worship 3. Journey of Change

Christmas Wisdom: The Story of the Wise Men "Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, ’Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Think About God's Wisdom

Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 28, 2006

Think about God’s Wisdom

Let’s Think About God’s Wisdom 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 Introduction A. Use the illustration of the ministry of Jonah. His message to Nineveh was negative. However, he faithfully proclaimed his God-given message and had great results. In some way God worked through that message. B. We are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 6: Community Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 15, 2003

Sixth in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #6 - Community.

30, November 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Six: Community Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Proverbs 27:5-10

Denomination: Mennonite

The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 7: Holiness Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 15, 2003

Seventh in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #7 - Holiness.

7, December 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Seven: Holiness Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:7-9, Proverbs 9:1-6

Denomination: Mennonite

The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 3: Generosity Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 24, 2003

Third in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #3 - Generosity.

26, October 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Three: Generosity Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Proverbs 23:6-8

Denomination: Mennonite

Let Us Boldly Ask For Wisdom!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2005

This is a study of wisdom, do we honestly and earnestly seek for wisdom? Let us apply our heart to wisdom and understanding to be better stewards for God.

LET US BOLDLY ASK FOR WISDOM! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ROBBING IN THE COAL MINES: Let me establish a truth by telling you a real life story. As men mine for coal in the coal mines in eastern Kentucky, the miners leave pillars of coal. These pillars support the roof top in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Words Of Wisdom From A Broken Record

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 8, 2004

Between what is important, and unimportant, who can understand?

After Wilbur and Orville Wright’s successful flight on December 17, 1903, they joyfully sent a telegram to their sister in Dayton, Ohio. The message read: "First sustained flight, 59 seconds. Home for Christmas." The sister, also elated, ran all the way to the newspaper office with the telegram. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pray For The Wisdom That Comes From Heaven

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 22, 2005

Pentecost 18(B) - Pray for the wisdom that comes from above since worldly wisdom produces selfish lives but God’s wisdom produces spiritual living.

PRAY FOR THE WISDOM THAT COMES FROM HEAVEN James 3:13-4:6 - September 18, 2005 - Pentecost 18 Dear Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: There are many people in the Old Testament and New Testament who stand as examples for believers today. One example is Solomon--we probably remember ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Proverbs--The Search For Wisdom Begins! Series

Contributed by Jeremy Nobles on Aug 18, 2008

Small group study--kids or young adult, I actually used it with the kids and adults, so parents and child could communicate at home on the Bible. Built around a mystery of wisdom missin from lives, went all the way through Proverbs this is the first less

The first 7 verses of Proverbs are the most crucial to comprehending this book. In these verses Solomon states the purpose for Proverbs, but he also gives us the starting point for attaining knowledge and apprehending Wisdom. Never lose sight of Solomon’s purpose or beginning; for if you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom Gives What You Need

Contributed by Jonathan Semro on Jul 7, 2009

Jesus Christ gives godly wisdom because he is our true Wisdom in Proverbs 8.

Proverbs 8:1-21 Watch Video “In Their Own Words” available from SermonSpice.com Grace, mercy and peace are yours from God our Father and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Dear friends, When you see and hear words like these of John Adams, “I am apt to believe that July 4th will be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Proverbs 8 - The Nature And Value Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 22, 2011

This is a study into Proverbs chapter eight.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Eight We will now look at Proverbs chapter eight: WISDOM CALLS OUT 1 Does not wisdom cry out, And understanding lift up her voice? 2 She takes her stand on the top of the high hill, Beside the way, where the paths meet. 3 She cries out by the gates, at the entry of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-36, Proverbs 1:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Value Of Wisdom: Let's Make A Deal Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 5, 2012

The wise father shares the value of wisdom with his children, as well as the vanity of the world and its promises.

The Value of Wisdom: Let's Make A Deal (1 Kings 3:3-14) Proverbs 2 There abounds stories about people getting to make wishes, or even 3 wish. The old story of finding an ancient bottle on the beach, rubbing it, and a Genie coming out to grant the finder three wishes is a classic. Can you imagine ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Successful Marriage Depends On Wisdom Of God. Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Aug 29, 2014

“By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.”(Proverbs 24:4)

“By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.”(Proverbs 24:4) From Genesis to Revelation the Bible often uses the word house to refer to the smallest and most basic unit of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Answer Four: God's Wisdom Is Revealed Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 21, 2015

Paul gives the Corinthian church a fourth answer to the division in the church. That answer basically is that the church should revolve around the wisdom of God that is revealed by the Holy Spirit, and nothing else.

One of the greatest causes of division in a church is pride. Pride, arrogance, superiority, thinking too highly of oneself—no form or shape of self-centeredness has any part in God’s church. The Corinthians had an intellectual pride that was becoming deeply rooted in the church. This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-13

Denomination: Baptist