Sermons on What Is Wisdom:

Praying Through Trials Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 21, 2009

“What must I do when I fall into a trial?”

PRAYING THROUGH TRIALS James 1:5-8 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is omniscient, you must go to Him for help in periods of trials. I. YOU MUST PRAY FOR WISDOM. v. 5 A. God wants you to come to Him. 1. God wants to give you assistance. 2. God wants you to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Nightmares, Numb Skulls And Near Misses Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 18, 2015

Do you have questions that earthly wisdom cannot answer? Do you have an ominous feeling that something is wrong but you don't know. Find out in Daniel 2 that mans wisdom is never enough to answer the questions of life. God will answer if you will ask.

Intro: Before we jump into Daniel we need to hear a passage in Hebrews. Hebrews 1:1-2 “Long ago God spoke to the fathers by the prophets at different times and in different ways. 2 In these last days, He has spoken to us by His Son.” Before God sent the Holy Spirit to live inside of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Folly Of Mr. Worldly Wiseman Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 19, 2023

The wise according to the world believe the message of the cross is foolish, and yet to us as Christians, it is the very wisdom and power of God on display for all to see.

Corinthians Series (Part Three): The folly of Mr. Worldly Wiseman Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16, Romans 5:6-8 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING (Give background reading from Pilgrim's Progress) We are continuing on with our study in 1st Corinthians this morning. And I hope the Lord is using ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why All The Hubbub, Bub? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 2, 2016

A study of the book of Job 28: 1 – 28

Job 28: 1 – 28 Why All The Hubbub, Bub? 1 “Surely there is a mine for silver, and a place where gold is refined. 2 Iron is taken from the earth, and copper is smelted from ore. 3 Man puts an end to darkness, and searches every recess for ore in the darkness and the shadow of death. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Job 28:1-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Wise And The Otherwise Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: The Wise and The Otherwise James 3:13-18 I. Introduction A. Have you ever stopped to consider some of the profound questions in the Bible? Pontius Pilate - "What is truth?" Jesus - "Who do men say that I the Son of Man am?" God to Solomon in a dream - "What do ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

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

Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Part 3- "The Jake Spoon Syndrome" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 23, 2017

Part 3 in our James series

Bona Fide A study of James Genuine Christian Living Part 3 “The Jake Spoon Syndrome” James 1:5-8 If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. 6 But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Money...what To Do...what To Do?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 4, 2007

Second in the series, ‘The People’s Choice Sermon Series’

(Slide 1) As I do most of the time when I begin to write my sermon, I do a bit of research as a means of prayerfully considering what the Lord would have me say. Sometimes it is hard to do focus my efforts because what I feel led of the Spirit to preach has many different angles to it and I am not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Church Of God

What's In A Trial

Contributed by Chris Carter on May 29, 2012

When we go through the tough times in life there are many things we can get out of it.

“What’s in a TRIAL” James 1:2-8 I. T-Test (vs2-3) A. Tests take effort to complete and pass 1. We live in a NOW society 2. Many people live as if things are owed to them and no work is necessary to achieve what they want 3. In turn this is a failure in the spiritual life as ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Sow What!

Contributed by Joe Jones on Jan 13, 2002

We use this text to describe the process of sowing and reaping, investing and return on investment, deposits and withdrawals. And in addition to that it contains some great insight to how to get the most out of life; not just here but in the hereafter as

Picture in your mind if you would this image…Jesus, crowded by many seeking his wisdom, stepping into a boat and sitting down to teach while the many stood on the bank in anticipation. Why didn’t he just have the disciples push the crowd back, why the boat? Was Jesus claustrophobic? Did he need ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Faith Series

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 3, 2003

The greatest Christian is not the one who has achieved the most. But the one who has received the most.

What is faith. Hebrews without faith it is impossible to please God The protestant reformation was based entirely aroud the scripture “the Just shall live by faith! Hyper faith has given the church a wrong perspective on true faith! If you are a Christian this morning your first act of faith was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

What’s For Dinner? Part 3 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 11, 2010

A study of Ezekiel chapter 3 verses 16 through 27

Ezekiel 3: 16 – 27 ‘What’s for dinner’ Part 3 “16 Now it came to pass at the end of seven days that the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 17 “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore hear a word from My mouth, and give them warning from Me: 18 When I say to the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:16-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Spend Me Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As Christians, we are called to use our money wisely, avoid debt, be content with what we have, and be generous to others.

Here's the thing, money isn't bad. It's like a hammer, it's just a tool. We earn it, save it, give it, and yeah, we spend it. But we gotta be careful not to blow it all on stuff we don't need. You know how our culture is always telling us to buy the latest iPhone or the coolest sneakers? Well, as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:2, Matthew 6:25-34

Topics: Financial Wisdom, Charitable Giving, Budgeting, Philanthropy

Worship: What? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 5, 2003

Worship will not satisfy unless it has both the elements of "spirit" and "truth". To worship without knowing the Bible is to fall for "feel-good" religion. And to worship without connecting with Christ is to go through the motions.

I am one of those who does not consider a meal complete unless it includes dessert. No matter how sumptuous the meal may be, until I have had my bowl of ice cream or my slice of pie, it just isn’t complete. And my wife is saying, under her breath, what you mean is a bowl of ice cream AND a slice ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10, John 4:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Is An Overcomer?

Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 7, 2010

In Christ we have been given all the tools we need to remain steadfast until the end.

WHAT IS AN OVERCOMER? Rev. 2:1 – 3:22 Sermon Objective: In Christ we have been given all the tools we need to remain steadfast until the end. SERMON INTRO: I have read it to you before but it bears repeating and is certainly germane. Listen closely and allow it to stir within you. "I'm a ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene