Sermons on Use Wisdom:

The Passion Of Self-Gratification Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 30, 2009

God’s wisdom gives peace but the churches to which James wrote were experiencing chronic hostility & sharp confrontations. They fought, coveted, quarreled & condemned others to obtain their desires. They were dominated by self-will

JAMES 4: 1-5 THE PASSION OF SELF-GRATIFICATION [Romans 7:14-25] Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy wrote of a man who was dominated by the driving desire for self-gratification. To possess land was his highest pleasure. Someone promised him that he could own all of the land he could walk around ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Indwelling Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 21, 2007

When coming across scriptures that cannot be rationalized man has a tendency to NOT accept what the Bible explicitly reveals. Note the contrast of wisdom between God and man when dealing with the personal indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit Theme: Knowing whether the Holy Spirit personally dwells within the believer. INTRODUCTION A. Because Christians live in the flesh it is no wonder that we have difficulty understanding the things of the spirit. 1. The Bible teaches that the natural man cannot ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gifted (Part Eleven) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 6, 2018

We've covered prophecy, serving, teaching, encouragement, giving, leadership, mercy, the messages of wisdom and knowledge, faith, healing, miraculous powers, discernment, tongues, apostle and evangelism. We finish the serieswith pastor and administration.

GIFTED (part eleven) We've come to the end of our spiritual gifts series. We've covered many gifts on our journey: prophecy, serving, teaching, encouragement, giving, leadership, mercy, the message of wisdom and the message of knowledge, faith, healing, miraculous powers, discerning between the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:16-21, 1 Corinthians 12:27-28, 1 Peter 5:1-4, John 21:15-17, 2 Peter 1:5-8, Ephesians 4:11-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is Your Treasure

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 6, 2007

(The Parable Of The Rich Fool) The Folly of the Fool 1. Could not see beyond Himself 2. Could not see beyond this life The Wisdom of God 1. Sees Beyond Self 2. Sees Beyond This World

Introduction: • A wise old man put up a sign on a vacant piece of property he owned that read, “I will give this lot to anyone who is really satisfied.”A wealthy man read it as he rode by and said to himself, “Since this old man is going to give this piece of land away, I might as well have it as ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

The Significance Of Indiscretion-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 24, 2012

1 of 2. Genesis records the significance of the indiscretion of Noah’s younger son, Ham. Understanding the significance of indiscretion imparts wisdom/ is instructive to God’s people. Indiscretion holds significance for...

The SIGNIFICANCE OF INDISCRETION-I—Genesis 9:18-29 Attention: Our American society seems to be drifting farther & farther from under the umbrella of discretion. Discreet— ‘Careful & circumspect in one's speech or actions, esp. in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Virtuous Woman

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 7, 2025

Proverbs 31 offers a timeless portrait of the virtuous woman, a model of wisdom, strength, and grace. This woman is not defined by external beauty or worldly achievements, but by her fear of the Lord and her unwavering commitment to her family and community.

THE VIRTUOUS WOMAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 31:10 (KJV) "Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies." Supporting Texts: 1 Peter 3:3-4, Titus 2:3-5, Ephesians 5:33, Proverbs 12:4, Matthew 6:33 INTRODUCTION: Proverbs 31 offers a timeless portrait ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10, 1 Peter 3:3-4, Titus 2:3-5, Ephesians 5:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Significance Of Indiscretion-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 14, 2012

2 of 2. Genesis records the significance of the indiscretion of Noah’s younger son, Ham. Understanding the significance of indiscretion imparts wisdom/ is instructive to God’s people. Indiscretion holds significance for...

The SIGNIFICANCE OF INDISCRETION-II—Genesis 9:18-29 Attention: Discreet— ‘Careful & circumspect in one's speech or actions, esp. in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.’ M-W—1) Having or showing discernment or good judgment in conduct & especially ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Body Life Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 14, 2015

As Christians, we have embarked upon a new way of life. To guide us along this path, we have been given certain principles for living. These principles have been illustrated for us in the Scriptures with graphic pictures.

Ephesians: Our Identity in Christ~Part 17 Body Life Ephesians 4:15b-16 . . . we are to grow up in all aspects into Him, who is the head, even Christ, from whom the whole body, being fitted and held together by that which every joint supplies, according to the proper working of each individual ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Is In Your Heart?

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 17, 2024

Solomon asked God for something (need for wisdom and knowledge) that was already in his heart, so he immediately replied to God. What Solomon asked God are not just some mere words, but what was in his heart.

On that night God appeared to Solomon, and said to him, “Ask! What shall I give you?” 2 Chronicles 1:7 Then God said to Solomon: “Because this was in your heart, and you have not asked riches or wealth or honor or the life of your enemies, nor have you asked long life—but have asked wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:7

Being A Card Carrying Believer

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 28, 2011

Worry or fret indicates a lack of trust in God’s wisdom, sovereignty and power. I’m going to give you the antidote to anxiety. Are you ready? Delighting in the Lord and meditating on His word.

Being a Card Carrying Believer Philippians 4:6-9 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Depression & Meaninglessness: Where Is God In The Depths Of Despair?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021

There is a part of me that aches with meaninglessness. I cannot describe fully, how terrible it is. Who can manage it? Solomon the writer of Ecclesiastes describes the pain of wisdom. He described the meaninglessness of the daily life.

Ecclesiastes 2:17-23 (NIV) So I hated life, because the work that is done under the sun was grievous to me. All of it is meaningless, a chasing after the wind. 18 I hated all the things I had toiled for under the sun, because I must leave them to the one who comes after me. 19 And who knows whether ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:17-23, Ecclesiastes 3:1-13, Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

Becoming A Spiritual Billionaire

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 10, 2012

The word of Christ dwelling in you richly... To dwell means to, live in... to be at home. Richly means abundantly or extravagantly. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admo

Becoming a Spiritual Billionaire Colossians 3:16NKJ A man being mugged by two thugs put up a tremendous fight! Finally, the thugs subdued him and took his wallet. Upon finding only two dollars in the wallet, the surprised thug said “Why did you put up such a fight?” To which the man ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Style & Rhythm Of An Excellent Church

Contributed by Tobi Adelusi on Mar 11, 2022

Planting a church with a deliberate intention to capture the emerging youth/generation for God is a burden on the mind of God because of the culture shift and peculiarities of the new generation, hence the need to look to the word of God for wisdom from above.

5 STAR YOUTH CHURCH (The Style & Rhythm of an excellent church)... This was what I was asked to speak on today to people looking forward to pastoring youth churches and the Lord inspired me on Lessons from the fisherman...in Luke 5 Having established that the bulk of Jesus' Disciples were ...read more

Jesus - Our Righteousness

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Oct 24, 2018

The finished work of Jesus Christ made us His righteousness

When Jesus resurrected He made us His righteousness and this helps us to approach the throne of grace without any form of condemnation. We are so loved by God that He sees us as righteous because of His Son Jesus Christ. Let's go into the scriptures to confirm this great promise of our Father. The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:28, Matthew 13:43, Psalm 92:12, Isaiah 61:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Everlasting Father

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 16, 2001

What does the title "Everlasting Father" tell us about Jesus?

This morning, we continue our Advent sermon series. We’ve been studying the names of Christ found in the Old Testament book of Isaiah: "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist