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What Made The Wise Men So Wise?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 4, 2016

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When we look at the account of the wise men we will see some reasons why they were wise. The characteristics that made the wise men so wise are the same ones that will make us wise too.

WHAT MADE THE WISE MEN SO WISE? Matt. 2:1-14 INTRODUCTION: Today I’ll be talking about the wise men’s part in the Christmas story. You might be wondering why I am doing a Christmas sermon after Christmas. Well, I’m focusing on the wise men specifically after Christmas because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Made These Wise Men So Wise?

Contributed by Michael Davidson on Dec 8, 2003

based on 770 ratings

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The wisdom needed to begin a search for God, to pursue that search, and finally to respond in worship once the successful fulfillment of that search is realized.

Sunday Morning Matthew 2:1-12 December 7, 2003 "What Made These Wise Men So Wise?" Introduction: The day after Thanksgiving Day, is known as the busiest shopping day of the year. From all the reports I’ve seen, the malls were full of shoppers. You know what that means don’t you? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Were The Wise Men Really So Wise?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 8, 2013

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Were the wise men as smart as we think?

Were the Wise Men Really So Wise? Matthew 2:1-18 Sometimes we think we know more about something than we really know. A perfect case is this morning’s text about the three wise Men. We even think we know their names as being Gaspar, Melchior, and Balthasar. We believe that they came from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sex-Wise: Captivated Or Captive?

Contributed by John Beukema on May 1, 2013

based on 4 ratings

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Dealing with our sexual lives is an issue at any age and life-stage. God made us as sexual beings, and how we behave sexually is a spiritual issue.

The last time I did a series on sex was over 5 years ago. If you are married, and can count the number of times you’ve had sex since then, there might be a problem. If you aren’t married and can’t count the number of times you’ve had sex since then, there might be a problem. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:1-23

Denomination: Brethren

Level-Headed Living Series

Contributed by W F on Jun 11, 2006

based on 6 ratings

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You can’t leave the Christian life to chance. When it comes to your faith you must make wise decisions and seek to do the will of God.

Introduction You can’t leave the Christian life to chance. When it comes to your faith you must make wise decisions and seek to do the will of God. In Ephesians 5:15 Paul writes ... “Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise, but as wise, making the most of every opportunity ...” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: *other

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Ten Talents - Using Them Wisely PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

based on 3 ratings

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This sermon encourages us to use our God-given talents to honor Him, living lives of true holiness rooted in awed adoration.

Greetings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space, where we can bask in the warmth of our shared faith, and seek solace and inspiration in the word of God. As we gather in unity, let us remember that we are not just a community of believers, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: Using Talents Wisely

Palm Sunday- Foolish Or Wise?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 30, 2012

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Do you realize that your response to the Creator of the heavens and earth is the difference between you becoming wise or foolish. The devil loves for you to live everyday as if it were April fools.

Palm Sunday- Foolish or Wise? Psalm 14:1-2NLT Do you realize that your response to the Creator of the heavens and earth is the difference between you becoming wise or foolish. The devil loves for you to live everyday as if it were April fools. Psalm 14:1-2NLT Only fools say in their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From The Wise And Foolish Virgins

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025

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The parable of the wise and foolish virgins, as recounted in Matthew 25, illustrates the importance of readiness and vigilance in the Christian life. It serves as a metaphor for the coming of Christ and the necessity of being prepared to meet Him.

LESSONS FROM THE WISE AND FOOLISH VIRGINS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:1-13 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.” Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 5:5-6, Ephesians 5:15-16, Proverbs 21:20, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Thessalonians 5:5-6, Ephesians 5:15-16, Proverbs 21:20, Matthew 7:24-27 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Choice Is Yours... Choose Wisely

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Nov 10, 2008

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32nd Sunday Ordinary Time, Year A Joshua 24:14-24 & Matthew 25:1-13 Making a choice to serve God for the "long hull" is the most important choice of our lives.

The Choice is Yours… Choose Wisely Joshua 24:14-24 & Matthew 25:1-13 One of the greatest abilities that separates humans from the rest of God’s creation is our ability to recognize alternatives, to weigh options and their possible consequences and then to make a informed decision. As we look ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Firm In Righteous Living Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

based on 4 ratings

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Despite the challenges and temptations we face, we must stay committed to living righteously by listening to wise instruction, living holy lives, loving others, and working diligently.

Today we're diving into 1st Thessalonians. The church in Thessalonica was getting a lot of flak for believing in Jesus. Sounds familiar, right? It's like trying to pick the right path in a maze full of wrong turns. But we've got to keep our eyes on Jesus. Imagine you're in a maze, and you've got a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Topics: Moral Choices, Ethical Dilemmas, Spiritual Discipline, Worldly Temptations

Daniel: The Wise Will Be All Right Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

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God knows the future. Even if we don't know the future, we can be wise about how we live. At the end of God's future, we will be all right--ALL right--righteous in glory.

THE WISE WILL BE ALL RIGHT—Daniel 10-12 ***The 2010 movie, “The Kids Are All Right,” was about two women who married, with each having children by the same sperm donor. They raised their kids together. The plot takes crazy twists and turns, as one of the women has an affair with the sperm donor, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:15-16, 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wise Men Still Seek Him Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Dec 15, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Men today are searching for meaning in their lives. Truly wise men still seek after Jesus.

Wise Men Still Seek Him Lessons of the Nativity – Part III Matthew 2:1-12 Matthew 2:1-12 Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, [2] "Where is the newborn king of the Jews? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons To Be Learned From The Wise Men

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 4, 2010

based on 11 ratings

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The wise men set an example for us of a life lived in response to God’s revelation of Himself.

1. The recognition they gave - v. 2 - the star. “We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” The wise men recognized the work of God around them. In 7 B.C. there was an unusual conjunction of Saturn and Jupiter, which could have appeared as a new heavenly light. In 3 B.C. Halley’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In Wisdom: Engaging The World With Grace Colossians 4:5-6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 8, 2024

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Colossians 4:5-6 offers profound insights into how believers can engage with the world around them, reflecting the truth of Christ in all they do.

Walking in Wisdom: Engaging the World with Grace Colossians 4:5-6 Introduction: Today, we explore the transformative power of wisdom and grace as we delve into Colossians 4:5-6. This passage offers profound insights into how believers can engage with the world around them, reflecting the truth of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:20, Colossians 4:5-6, Ephesians 5:15-16, 1 Peter 3:15, Proverbs 15:1 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Building Blocks Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 20, 2024

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Based on Proverbs 24:3-7 - Challenges hearers to consider the importance of building their lives on the wisdom of God.

“THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF WISDOM” Proverbs 24:3-7 FBCF – 5/19/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Would you rather be a knowledgeable person or a wise person? Difference between knowledge & wisdom: “Knowledge is nothing more than an accumulation of raw facts, but wisdom is the ability to see people, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:3-7, James 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

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