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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
How does Christ's authority differ from the various authorities we face each day
My least favorite classes in my undergrad political science classes dealt with ‘political theory’. But I will always remember the discussion we had around the concept of ‘authority’ and what made for legitimate authority. Keep in mind this was at the winding down of Vietnam ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:21-28
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
The Test of Wisdom (James 3:13) 1) Earthly Wisdom (James 3:14-16) 2) Godly Wisdom (James 3:17-18)
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms begins by affirming that "Canada is founded upon the principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law." This week’s minor controversy about God’s presence in the preamble--was set off, indirectly, by a Quebec ruling upholding a Catholic high ...read more
Scripture: James 3:13-18
Denomination: Other
Looking at how worldly wisdom has inched its way into what we consider to be normal and Godly.
A minister, a Boy Scout, and a computer expert were the only passengers on a small plane. The pilot came back to the cabin and said that the plane was going down but there were only three parachutes and four people. The pilot added, “I should have one of he parachutes because I have a wife ...read more
Denomination: Nazarene
When Jesus is telling us that following Him means hating everything and everyone else, He uses strong language.
Twenty-third Sunday in Course Today’s Gospel is so unnerving, even shocking, that we might in our meditation forget about the other readings. The lessons we can learn from the wisdom books of Scripture are good foundations for our appreciation of the teachings of Jesus. I like to think of our ...read more
Scripture: Job 38:17, Luke 14:25-33, Philemon 1:9-17
Denomination: Catholic
Wisdom is a gift from God. It is something that we can ask for and only useful if the wisdom we share has a heavenly source.
Got Wisdom? James 3:13-18 I hope you recall that James is speaking to Jews living in a foreign land. Jews that believe that the messiah has come and are persecuted for their belief. The book of James teaches us a bout a faith that works, a faith that is made visible by actions. Today we are ...read more
Denomination: Congregational
Now, travel into the deepest place: Your spirit. If you are a really born-again person, there you will find your spirit crying out loudly: “I am hungry and thirsty. I am hungry and thirsty for Jesus. Oh Jesus! Please fill me....
Scripture portion: Matthew 5:6 - “BLESSED ARE THEY THAT DO HUNGER AND THIRST AFTER RIGHTEOUSNESS: FOR THEY SHALL BE FILLED” Introduction: In the previous chapter, we have been introduced to the two qualities which a newly born-again believer should possess. The first quality is meekness and the ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:6
Denomination: Pentecostal
The late Leonard Ravenhill said "Are the things your living for worthy of Christ dying for?" We need to recommit ourselves to focusing on what really counts in life.
“FOCUS” “Are You Real?” by Donny Granberry Today I want to begin to help each one of us to gain a new “FOCUS!” In the first segment, we will “FOCUS” on our Faith, or we will go back to the beginning. The great English Evangelist, Leonard Ravenhill, ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13
Denomination: Assembly Of God
Sermon 2 of 7 on Ephesians 5-6. This was preached on Mother’s Day, May 12, 2002
Choose Wisdom Today we honor Mothers. We do so for a variety of reasons. Mostly we do so because of their love for us and because of their wisdom. They aren’t always wise! Consider Mrs. Monroe who lives in Darlington, Maryland. She’s the mother of 8 children. She came home one afternoon from ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21, James 4:13-15
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Wisdom is not knowledge, it is the correct application of knowledge. A person can have all the knowledge in the world and yet lack wisdom.
Walking in Wisdom Text: Ephesians 5:15-21 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) I have an uncle that has a certain phrase that he often uses when someone comes to him with troubling news. He will listen to the person and then he will say, “This too will pass.” Now he doesn’t say that flippantly or ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21
Denomination: Independent/Bible
In today's passage James highlights the difference between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom.
TRUE WISDOM James 3:13-18 INTRODUCTION: Four people who were the only people on board one of those small planes. There was the pilot, a pastor, a Boy Scout, and the smartest man in the world. All of a sudden, the pilot came back to the cabin and informed everybody that the plane was going down. ...read more
Is it a shock that the writer of Proverbs 31 used the metaphor of a wife and a mom to explain wisdom? It's not a shock to me.
The Work of Wisdom In honor of mothers day we’re going to talk about wisdom; which is appropriate considering how wisdom plays an active daily part in the life of a mom. We'll start with what the Bible says about wisdom with a Scripture you may wonder about at first. Why are we reading this ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31
It is personal. Sometimes it is guarded and sometimes it is shared. Everyone has one. Real people have real stories! Are you telling yours?
Pt. 1 - Highlight Real I. Introduction Stories are important. Stories are powerful. Stories often make the difference. It is why we follow and are loyal to particular authors. It is why we stand in line to watch moving pictures on a screen. “We are, as a species, addicted to story. Even when the ...read more
Today we’re going to consider the nature of the real you, beneath the surface.
The Real You Series: Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Brad Bailey – January 22, 2012 Intro Who are you? I realize that is a question that defies any simple answer… but it does raise the challenge of what might be involved in responding. Today we’re going to consider the nature ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Emphasize the reality of hell, God's invitation to heaven, and the importance of salvation as the key to eternal life.
Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we are going to delve into the deep truths of the Word of God, tackling a topic that is both challenging and crucial for our understanding of God's redemptive work in our lives: hell. In the words of C.S. Lewis, "There are only two kinds of people in the ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 21:7-8
Topics: Not Welcome, Heaven
Wisdom is the key, this is a verse upon verse study from the book of Proverbs. Enjoy- it’s the word of life.
The Power of Wisdom Proverbs 15:1-33 1 A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger. 2 The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness. 3 The eyes of the LORD are in every place, Keeping watch on the evil and the good. 4 ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-33
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