Sermons on Wisdom:

A Wise Fool

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 11, 2020

Far better to be thought a fool by the world and walk in God's wisdom than the other way around.

Proposition: You must simply believe Jesus! I. Because the Gospel is simple! 17-18 A. The Cross is simple! 17 B. God’s power is simple! 18 II. Because the world is ignorant! 19-20 A. God has destroyed its wisdom! 19 B. Big names mean nothing! 20 III. Because God’s way is not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbs 1:33 Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 15, 2020

An exposition of Proverbs

Proverbs 1:33 “but whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm.” Are you listening? Do you want to live? To live in safety? To live at peace? To live without fear? Listen. God calls us to listen, through his word, through Jesus. God gives us a life of safety ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Paths Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 16, 2020

Proverbs 4

INTRODUCTION 1. The acquisition of wisdom is stressed repeatedly in the fourth chapter of Proverbs... a. "Get wisdom! Get understanding!..." - Pr 4:5 b. "Wisdom is the principal thing; Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding." - Pr ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Searching For Meaning

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 16, 2020

The Book of Ecclesiastes

Why Am I Here? What is my purpose? This is the question we ALL ask… The writer sees futility Nothing seems to change (1:4-7) Nothing seems to satisfy (1:8) Nothing seems new (1:9-11) The writer searches for wisdom… Man’s wisdom is trying to catch the wind. God’s wisdom is great! But of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lady & The Tramp

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

The Lady & the Tramp The Call of the Wild or The Call of the Wise Two Invitations

The Lady & the Tramp The Call of the Wild or The Call of the Wise Two Invitations Proverbs 9:1-18 Wisdom hath builded her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars: 2 She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-18

Denomination: Foursquare

Better When Aged

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 21, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 8: 1 – 26

Numbers 8: 1 – 26 Better when aged 8 And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: 2 “Speak to Aaron, and say to him, ‘When you arrange the lamps, the seven lamps shall give light in front of the lamp stand.’ ” 3 And Aaron did so; he arranged the lamps to face toward the front of the lamp stand, as the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Be Wise! Series

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 10, 2017

MINUTE SERMON HOW TO BE WISE!

MINUTE SERMON HOW TO BE WISE! First: Ask God. James 1:5 (KJV) If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. Second: Listen to the Word, Spirit and good ministry. Proverbs 19:20 (KJV) Hear counsel, and receive ...read more

"Why Proverbs? Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 4, 2018

Solomon tells us who the book of Proverbs was written for and why.

The fool says in his heart “there is no God” (Psalm 14:1), lives as if there’s no God and ends up eternally separated from God. The wise acknowledges there’s a God, lives to please God and ends up eternally enjoying communion with God. Those who are wise acknowledge that God is there and He is not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Cleansed By The Savior PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

Explores our Christian identity as individuals chosen by God, cleansed by Christ's sacrifice, and called to a life of service.

Greetings, beloved family of God. It is a blessing to be gathered together in this sacred space once again, to share in the profound joy of fellowship, and to be nourished by the Word of God. As we gather here, we are drawn into the embrace of our Creator, reminded of the cleansing power of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:20-27, 1 Corinthians 4:5

Topics: Wisdom, Foolishness

Raising Kids PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2025

Faithful parenting means prioritizing what truly matters—raising children to love God and others—through steady, loving discipline and reliance on God’s guidance and grace.

If you’ve ever picked up a forgotten lunchbox at the end of the day and discovered a science project growing inside, or tried to pray while a toddler plays percussion on pots and pans, you’re in good company. Parenting feels like herding hummingbirds—beautiful, jittery, and fast. From sippy cups to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6, Proverbs 13:24, Proverbs 29:17

Topics: Parenting, Wisdom

Use Wisdom But Know Its Limitations Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 31, 2010

In today's lesson we are encouraged to use wisdom but know its limitations--particularly with respect to civil authorities.

Scripture In his quest to find out how to live a meaningful life the writer of Ecclesiastes addresses the use of wisdom but also being aware of its limitations. Let us read Ecclesiastes 8:1-17: 1 Who is like the wise? And who knows the interpretation of a thing? A man’s wisdom makes his ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Keep The Faith When Seeking Wisdom Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 17, 2014

We All need God’s help and will receive it when we choose the path of Wisdom

How can you honor God when faced with important decisions? In the 1989 blockbuster, “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade,” Jones is battling an evil Nazi scientist. Jones and the scientist are at the end of their quest and are in a room filled with chalices, one of which is supposedly ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Wisdom (1 Kings 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 15, 2025

Where can we get great wisdom? Let's begin in 1 Kings 3.

Did Solomon in some ways start his reign right, with humility, requesting wisdom from God? How can we find wisdom? Let’s look at 1 Kings 3. Did Solomon foolishly marry a princess from Egypt? Was this the start of his marrying many pagan wives who eventually turned his heart away from the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beauty And Wisdom – Abigail’s Timely Intervention Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

In a world marked by conflict and pride, wisdom remains a priceless treasure.

BEAUTY AND WISDOM – ABIGAIL’S TIMELY INTERVENTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 25 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 31:10-12, Ecclesiastes 7:19, James 3:17, Colossians 4:6, Proverbs 15:1 INTRODUCTION: In a world marked by conflict and pride, wisdom remains a priceless treasure. 1 Samuel ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The True Mother

Contributed by David Radcliff on May 13, 2017

Solomon's wisdom and a mother's love.

1 Kings 3:16-28 Both the Bible and church history are witness to the significance of mothers in the lives of faithful believers. For example, in 2 Timothy 1.5, Paul tells his young apprentice: “I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:16-28

Denomination: Baptist