Sermons on Wise Counsel:

The 3 Wise Men

Contributed by Kayode Omotoso on Dec 29, 2014

There are a few lessons I learnt from the actions of the three wise men following the message they received of the King born in the manger.

In Luke 2:8-20 is the record of the three shepherds who we oftentimes refer to as the three wise men from the east (Mat 2:1-13). According to Bible record, these three men were the first to be informed of the newborn King and the message was brought to them by an angel that was later joined by a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Become Wise

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 16, 2015

Hebrew scholars in Jesus’ day clearly expected Bethlehem to be the birth place of the Messiah. These men were from Persia whose knowledge of the Hebrew Scriptures could be traced back to the time of Daniel.

How to Become Wise Matthew 2: 1-2, 10-11 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Expending Patience Wisely

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 4, 2016

Patience is difficult for us all, but if we develop certain good habits, it makes a big difference. Often times patience simply means delaying anger or refusing to rush to a conclusion or action.

Expending Patience Wisely 1. Someone has contrasted the good and bad of patience, “Patience: The quality you admire in the driver behind you but can’t stand in the driver who’s in front of you.” 2. Someone else illustrated patience this way: “When you're being yelled ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Guides The Wise

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 8, 2016

Jesus can be found by simply opening our hearts and minds to the Gospel message.

God Guides The Wise Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction 1. “Holiday time is highway time. Ever since the magi packed their bags for Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus has caused people to hit the road. Our Christmas trips have a lot in common with the one of the wise men. We don’t camp with camels, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

How To Become Wise

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 10, 2016

These trained students (these were astrologers) of the stars observed an unexplained phenomenon in the heavens, and somehow interpreted this sign with a change in the way things were. They saw it as a sign of the Messiah’s birth!

How to Become Wise Matthew 2: 1-2, 10-11 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You A Wise Guy Series

Contributed by Leonard Cook on Mar 22, 2013

Are You A Wise Guy, the 4th installment from the book of James series, this passage still has some gaps in it with the Illustration etc but you will find the outline workable. James is all about wisdom and a good life in this passage.

Background Material James Biographical Info: • The author was James, Jesus' half-brother; James and Christ had different Fathers (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). • James, also called James the Just, (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). • James was not a believer (John 7:3-5) until after the ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Wise To Do Evil

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 24, 2013

The Lord cried passionately, ‘my people are wise to do evil!’ The level of manipulations we see now in methods of trickery is astounding!

WISE to do evil Jeremiah 4:22" For My people are foolish, They have not known Me. They are silly children, And they have no understanding. They are wise to do evil, But to do good they have no knowledge." The Lord cried passionately, ‘my people are wise to do evil!’ The level of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 4:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Can Be Wise! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 17, 2013

Are we too mentally lazy to think? Being wise will help you rise!

We Can Be Wise! (Proverbs 21:20-23) 1. I have always enjoyed funny last words. Here are a few: No, he doesn’t bite? Hey look a light at the end of the tunnel. "It's a dud! It's a dud! It's a du...". What does this button do? So, you're a cannibal. Are you sure the power is off? Pull the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:20-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Vindication Of The Wise Believer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 30, 2013

No matter what the trend, God and truth prevail in the end!

Vindication of the Wise Believer Proverbs 21:28-31 1. Back in 1889, Sid and Leah's bull took sick and died, so they needed to go to the auction to buy a new one. Sid couldn't leave the farm because he was busy starting a farming equipment business, so Leah took the train to the city to buy a bull. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:28-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Followers Of Jesus Are Wise

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Dec 10, 2013

Jesus teaches that wisdom is about more than just making good decisions. Wisdom is a gift from God. I hope and pray that you will listen and obey these words of Jesus and make any change in your life you need to make in order to Seek Him first.

"The fear of God is the foundation of Wisdom and the knowledge of God stuff." Proverbs 9:10 Jesus teaches us more about the wisdom of God than anyone else. In John 7 we find a story that helps us understand why His followers must be wise about God stuff. The people are celebrating a festival ...read more

Scripture: John 7:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The 3 Wise Men Series

Contributed by Kyle Gray on Dec 15, 2013

A story often looked over. God gave His Son GIFTS at Christmas, what did they really mean? The journey of the 3 Wise Men.

The 3 Wise Men Welcome Campuses! It’s beginning to feel like Christmas around here! Busy working on Christmas services OVER 25,000 people will come though! GET HERE EARLY. Arts team iCampus exclusive! Gift cards from The Andersons for those in need, CAMPUS PASTOR will tell you all about. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Story Of The Wise Men Series

Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Jul 25, 2014

Character Series designed to look at some of the stories that surround the birth of our Savior.

Christmas Stories Series: Take a look at some of the stories that surround the birth of our Savior... Isaiah 60:1-6 (Approx 700 BC) 1 Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. 2 For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Foolish Verse Wise Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 4, 2012

The primary message of Proverbs is “Get wisdom or act and look like a fool!”

Practical Proverbs Opening Illustration: A Riddle: Who am I? What is more valuable than gold or silver? What has the power to make our life fulfilling? What can assist us to achieve our God given destinies? What insight can make me financially fit? What force is able to restore and maintain ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is Wise And Understanding

Contributed by Craig Stevenson on Mar 12, 2012

Who is wise and understanding? Don't be found to be foolish!

WHO IS WISE AND UNDERSTANDING? Shemuʼĕl Aleph/1 Samuel 25 יהוה = YHWH/Yahweh & יהושע = Yahushua Shalom family, all praise and esteem unto יהוה our Mighty Elohim. In a day and age where true wisdom from Elohim ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-44

Denomination: *other

Wise Words To Pray

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 29, 2012

1. You comprehend me (vs. 1-6). 2. You guide & guard me (vs. 7-12). 3. You formed & fashioned me (vs. 13-16). 4. I treasure your thinking of me (vs. 17-18). 5. Your enemies are my enemies (vs. 19-22). 6. Lord, keep searching & steering me (vs. 23-24)

Wise Words to Pray Psalm 139:1-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 5, 2012 *Do you want a better prayer life? -- I’m sure all of us would say, “Yes!” *Well this Psalm can help us, because it was written by a man after God’s own heart. David had a wonderful prayer life, and he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Baptist