Sermons on Proverbs 1:19:

The Beginning Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 2, 2022

This is the opening sermon for a series based on The Book of Proverbs. I thought it would be a good idea to start a series based on the preeminent book of wisdom literature by discussing and defining what the book means by "wisdom" starting with the first chapter of The Book of Proverbs.

[Hold up Bible.] I love this book. You’ve heard me refer to it as “The Owner’s Manual.” It contains stories, history, poetry, adventure, drama. It contains hymns. It contains theology, philosophy, and it contains wisdom. Every book in the Bible is there for a reason. Believe it or not, not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 4:32-34, Psalm 1:1-6, Deuteronomy 10:12-13, Proverbs 1:1-33, Proverbs 4:5-6, Proverbs 3:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Wisdom For Peer Pressure Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 11, 2022

I overcome peer pressure by living to please God instead of living to please people .

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Be Wise About Friendship Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 29, 2024

Because we become like the people we spend the most time with, it is very important to choose wisely who our closest friends will be. Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise.

A. We are in a sermon series on the book of Proverbs called “God’s Wisdom: More Valuable Than Gold.” 1. So far in the series we have focused on how valuable God’s wisdom is and how that the proper reverence and respect for God is the beginning of wisdom. 2. Since today is the Sunday of our youth ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:20, Proverbs 1:8-19, Proverbs 17:17, Proverbs 18:24, Proverbs 27:5-6, Proverbs 27:10, Proverbs 23:19-21, 1 Corinthians 15:33-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Consequences Of Unrighteous Wealth. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 7, 2024

Do not exploit the poor because they are poor and do not crush the needy in court, for the Lord will take up their case and will exact life for life.

Proverbs 22:22-23, "Do not exploit the poor because they are poor and do not crush the needy in court, for the Lord will take up their case and will exact life for life." Today, we're going to talk about the consequences of unrighteous wealth. The Bible warns us that those who cheat ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:22-23, Proverbs 10:22, Proverbs 1:19

“ Strange Bedfellows”

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on May 15, 2024

My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent.

“My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent. If they say, “Come with us,Let us lie in wait to shed blood;Let us lurk secretly for the innocent without cause; Let us swallow them alive like Sheol, and whole, like those who go down to the Pit; we shall find all kinds of precious possessions, we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:10-19, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Ways Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 11, 2021

For men today there are only two ways, the way of sin and death, and the way of salvation.

The Two Ways Proverbs 1:7-33 From Adam and Eve onward, the root of human tragedy lies in wrong choices. Man lost all because he chose to listen to the deceiver rather than to Him who is Truth. The book of Proverbs is all about helping us to make right choices, to choose the way of God and not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Do I Avoid Greed? Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jun 9, 2021

Greed happens when we stop worshipping the creator of things and start worshipping things created.

Proverbs How Do I … Avoid Greed June 13, 2021 Proverbs 1:10-19 NIV My son, if sinful men entice you, do not give in to them.11 If they say, “Come along with us; let’s lie in wait for innocent blood, let’s ambush some harmless soul; 12 let’s swallow them alive, like the grave, and whole, like those ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:10-19, 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Look Behind The Scenes

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 3, 2001

This sermon deals with temptation and what happens when we choose to run with the wrong crowd.

Look Behind The Scenes Proverbs 2:1-15 Acts 16:16-21 Text Proverbs 1:8-9 We live in a world where things are not what they seem to be. The movie Jurrassic Park has us believing we have seen gigantic dinosaurs roaming on an island in the Atlantic ocean, when in reality we have seen nothing ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:10-19, Acts 16:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Have To Get In The Ring To Win Part 3: Me Vs The World

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2021

This sermon involves dealing with our constant fight with the world. We will face the same 3 temptations that Jesus faced. Love not the world.

You Have To Get In The Ring To Win Me vs The World Proverbs 1:8-19 Luke 4:1-13 7/18/2021 We are continuing our boxing match line-up that we started two weeks ago. The first match was Me vs. Me. The second match was Me Vs. You. Today’s match is Me vs. The World, and next week it will be Me ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19, Luke 4:1-13, 1 John 2:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tienes Que Entrar Al Ring Para Ganarme Contra El Mundo

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2021

Este sermón implica lidiar con nuestra lucha constante con el mundo. Enfrentaremos las mismas 3 tentaciones que enfrentó Jesús. No ames al mundo.

Tienes que entrar al ring para ganarme contra el mundo Proverbios 1: 8-19 Lucas 4: 1-13 18/7/2021 Continuamos con nuestra alineación de boxeo que comenzamos hace dos semanas. El primer encuentro fue Yo contra Yo. El segundo partido fue Yo Vs. Tú. El partido de hoy es Yo contra el ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19, Luke 4:1-13, 1 John 2:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Kailangan Mong Kumuha Sa Ring Upang Manalo Ako Kumpara Sa Mundo

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2021

Ang sermon na ito ay nagsasangkot ng pakikitungo sa ating patuloy na laban sa mundo. Haharapin natin ang parehong 3 tukso na hinarap ni Jesus. Huwag mong ibigin ang mundo.

Kailangan Mong Kumuha Sa Ring Upang Manalo Ako kumpara sa Mundo Kawikaan 1: 8-19 Lukas 4: 1-13 7/18/2021 Pinagpatuloy namin ang aming line-up sa laban sa boksing na sinimulan namin dalawang linggo na ang nakakaraan. Ang unang laban ay Me kumpara sa Akin. Ang pangalawang laban ay Me Vs. Ikaw. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-19, Luke 4:1-13, 1 John 2:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dr. Solomon

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jul 7, 2005

God desires that we lovingly revere Him as we find His wisdom

#2005-27 Title: Dr. Solomon Text: Proverbs 1:1-19 Truth: God desires that we lovingly revere Him as we find His wisdom. Aim: To help them know how to find God’s wisdom for living. Life ?: How do we find God’s wisdom? INTRODUCTION There are many proverbs that sound like they come from the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

No More "Eenie, Menie, Miny, Mo!” Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 20, 2004

PROVERBS – Wisdom for Right Living #2 We can either go on living life our own way, or we can learn from the wisdom of others. Solomon has passed on Godly wisdom for living our lives.

Introduction: Once upon a time a class of first graders from the city took a field trip to a big farm in the country. Their teacher told them that today they would learn about where all the food at the super market came from; they would get to see how things grow and even milk a cow. After ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Folly Of Spiritual Fools

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 6, 2004

Satan has some people so blinded that they ignore all the evidences God has given of their need to repent of their sins and trust Christ as their Savior. These people are for all practical purposes, "Spiritual Fools."

The Folly Of Spiritual Fools Text: Prov.1: 7, 22 Intro: A “fool” may be defined as, “a person lacking in judgment or prudence.” This definition refers to one who is not necessarily unaware of the proper course of action, but lacks the wisdom and forethought to act upon what they already know ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Characteristic Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 11, 2004

Wisdom – is the action that results from or the ability to respond to knowledge and understanding. Wisdom puts truth into action.

Developing Christian Character: The Characteristic of Wisdom. Character: - is defined as the pattern of behavior or personality found in an individual or group; it is wisdom, humbleness, purity, reverence, moral constitution, moral firmness, self control, integrity, truthfulness, honesty, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-31

Denomination: Apostolic