Sermons on Wisdom Literature: showing 2,266-2,280 of 45,070

Necessities Of Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Michael Prescott on Feb 22, 2007

Spiritual growth begins and continues with knowledge, spiritual understanding and wisdom regarding the absolute truth of Gods Word.

Colossians 1:9 cont. (2 Timothy 3:1-9) (Highlight verse 7) Knowledge is a powerful thing. This passage in 2 Timothy points out the danger of it with the absence of understanding and wisdom. Ask any highly successful business man, like Bill Gates for instance, what the secret of their success is, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

God Disciplines Those He Loves Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 20, 2004

PROVERBS – Wisdom for Right Living #7 “This is going to hurt me more than it will hurt you.”

INTRODUCTION: Many of our kids are now back to school, so I thought it might be good for them to be encouraged to see mom and dad take a pop quiz this morning! This morning we are going to continue with our 7th message from the book of Proverbs, “Wisdom for Right Living.” Over the last several ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:11-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hating What God Hates Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 20, 2004

PROVERBS – Wisdom for Right Living #9 Love what God loves and hate what God hates.

INTRODUCTION: We are coming back one last time to the book of Proverbs. If I were to sum up the purpose of the series “Wisdom for Right Living” I would do it with two words: THINK BIBLICALLY! In America today its popular to say you believe in God, or call yourself a Christian. What is the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

King!

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 24, 2008

A spirit of wisdom and revelation gives you eyes of the heart that are wide-open to see the King, King Jesus

15I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason 16I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. 17I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Walking In Abundance Or Lack?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 22, 2009

The folly of trusting in humans is contrasted with the wisdom of trusting in the Lord. The families of Judah were committed to Baal worship.

Walking in Abundance or Lack? Text: Jeremiah 17: 5-8 In academic circles a favorite type of question to ask in an exam or an essay starts with the words ‘compare and contrast’. The task is to discuss the differences and similarities between two different ideas or situations, to show where they ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8

Denomination: Church Of God

How The Holy Spirit Gifts Us - Part 11 Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Apr 7, 2008

Continues to look at the gifts of the Holy Spirit such as Faith, Giving, Intercession, Knowledge, Wisdom, Discernment, Craftsmanship, Apostle

What We Believe Series -Part 11 How the Holy Spirit Gifts Us (Acknowledgement: Dr. Heny Schorr, Centre St. Church, Calgary AB) In his book the Holy Spirit Billy Graham says that man has two huge spiritual needs o One is for forgiveness; the other is for goodness, to make a positive contribution ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-13

Start Today

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 7, 2008

How do I start the year off on the right foot? It is by seeking wisdom and knowledge through the WORD.

- Start Off the Year “Off On the Right Foot” - Meaning: - Embark on a journey or task with purpose and gusto. - Origin:- put your best foot forward First recorded in 1613 from Sir Thomas Overbury English writer "He is still setting the best foot forward." Secular Music Has It’s Ideas Like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Gift

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 29, 2018

Solomon asks for the gift of wisdom so that he can rule justly and righteously over his people.

INTRODUCTION Today is Reformation Sunday. This is a Sunday when we celebrate the work and lives of Martin Luther and other reformers—saints of the Church. It is also a time when we celebrate the reforming work of the Holy Spirit in the Church and in our lives. The Holy Spirit is constantly moving. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:4-28

Denomination: Lutheran

The God Who Gives - James 1:5-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 28, 2021

Why are there so many times when we pray for wisdom and then end up making unwise choices?

Introduction Review I hope these last few weeks that we have spent together in James 1 have been as helpful to you as they have for me. God has really spoken to me in some powerful ways through this text. I was gone last week so I’ll just refresh your memory a bit. When you face hardship in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Consuming Happiness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the wisdom in Psalm 1:1, emphasizing the importance of righteousness, true happiness, and the avoidance of self-centeredness.

Good morning, Church! A hearty welcome to everyone. Today, we're diving deep into the Book of Psalms, Psalm 1:1 to be exact. It's a passage that proclaims: "Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers." What a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Topics: Happiness, Moral Sense

Our Search For Certainty PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the folly of doubting God, the certainty of trusting in Him, and the wisdom of seeking Him, as illustrated in Psalm 14.

Good morning, beloved. Today we're going to be diving into the depths of Psalm 14, a passage that teaches us about the folly of doubting God, the certainty of trusting in Him, and the wisdom of seeking Him. C.S. Lewis once wrote, "I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not ...read more

Topics: Trust, God

The Foolishness Of God Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 10, 2022

If you want to repair your broken relationship(s), reject the wisdom of this world and rely on the foolishness of the cross

Several years ago, there was a Mensa convention in San Francisco, whose members have an IQ of 140 or higher. They were having lunch at a local café when they discovered that their saltshaker contained pepper and their peppershaker was full of salt. How could they swap the contents of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Gift Of Now PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, emphasizing the importance of understanding life's seasons and trusting in God's perfect timing.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joy to gather here in the house of the Lord, united in faith, love, and hope. We stand on the threshold of a new day, a new week, a new opportunity to experience the unfathomable richness of God's grace. And in this sacred space, we are invited to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Topics: Living For God

Astounding Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

Explores the authority of Jesus, the application of His teachings in our lives, and understanding differences through His wisdom.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I am so pleased to see each of you here today, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to share the Word of God with you. We are gathered here, not merely by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we stand ready ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Topics: Authority, Teaching

How To Understand & Defeat Temptation Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 25, 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: How To Understand & Defeat Temptation James 1:13-18 I. Introduction A. Well, we've just started our series "Christianity for Dummies" based on the Book of James. We talked about the fact that this series title is not meant to insult but is rather a term of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist