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In this message, we'll explore the purpose of the book of Proverbs, and in doing so, discern the starting point for how to rightly apply God's wisdom in our lives. Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7
In a world that moves fast and values quick fixes, Proverbs offers timeless wisdom for everyday life. These short, powerful sayings aren't just catchy—they're God's guidance for wise living. From relationships to decisions, money to character, Proverbs gives us truths that stick. Like a hit song that plays on repeat, these verses shape how we live, work, and love. This summer, we'll explore how ancient wisdom continues to resonate today and why trusting God's way leads to a life that endures.
God is the source of all wisdom and knowledge, so we must approach Him with reverence if we want to live wisely.
The first preach in our new series - Wisdom for Life: A series from the book of Proverbs. Nev Floyd preaches from Proverbs 1:1-7.
Proverbs 1:1-7, Rich Hall, 8 June 2025, God's Way in God's World (1) | watch
From the Dawson Family of Faith, Dr. David Eldridge, Senior Pastor, shared a sermon titled "The Beginning Of Wisdom". Go to www.dawsonchurch.org for more information about the ministries and missions at Dawson.
This year we are studying the Gospel in the Old Testament. We continue this series with Missions Pastor Dr. Benji Lavender speaking from Proverbs chapter 1 about how the foundation for wise living is the fear of the Lord.
by Josh Haveman | From the Series: Proverbs | Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7 Download Audio
June 1, 2025 | Navigating the Tides Sermon Series | "True North: The Beginning of Wisdom" | Rev. Jim Hobby by
IN CHRISTIANITY WISDOM IS FOUND IN GOD, AND WITHOUT IT, THERE IS NOTHING. AS CHILDREN OF GOD, WE NEED WISDOM TO LIVE IN THIS WORLD.
The stated intent of the book of Proverbs is to provide wisdom and insight to the reader. How does Proverbs specifically, and the Wisdom literature of Israel more generally, help the reader approach life more wisely? What are the key components of wisdom, and how can we avoid the pitfalls of being “simpleminded”? Click Here … Continue reading The Beginning of Wisdom
Proverbs - Jacob Halle
Wisdom--we all want it. But, do we really know what we are asking for? God's Word defines wisdom and it may not be what you would expect. Grow wiser with our workshop of Psalm 111!
No matter how wise you might think you are, you'll never have all the answers for why things take place the way they do.Solomon was a wise man who believed in God, but he was perplexed with doubt and uncertainty. The problem was he only saw things through the lens of his human limitations and understandings, and he mostly was observing the ways of the world, the fallen world.He's not able to connect the dots with the character of God and with the truths of God. We've probably had those moments ourselves. And so he jumps right in and asks, who is a wise man and who knows the interpretation of a thing? A man's wisdom makes his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed.True wisdom, a true encounter with the wisdom of God and the God of wisdom, lights up our faces. There's a glow that we have when we draw near to the Lord. Fear God. That's the beginning of wisdom. It's the beginning of knowledge. Fearing God is what keeps our hearts and our consciences clean and clear. The beggar who fears God is a prince, while the rich man who does not fear God is living in perpetual pain and suffering, in hell forever and ever.Rather than trying to use our finite minds to comprehend the infinite nature of God, we need to turn from those vain imaginations, those dark ways of seeing things to the truth of God.
Wisdom - we all want it. But, do we really know what we're asking for and how to get it? Join us for a workshop for Psalm 111, as we unpack the beginning of wisdom!
Enjoy this sermon from Blake Healy on March 30, 2025.
Every journey toward wisdom begins with a single step. In this first step of our mini-series on wisdom, we explore the first half of Proverbs 1. Join us as we unpack what true biblical wisdom is and discuss how its timeless truths can guide our decisions, relationships, and spiritual growth.Whether you're new to Proverbs or revisiting it with a fresh perspective, this episode will challenge and inspire you to walk in wisdom every day.Let's start the journey together!
Verse by verse through the Book of 1 Kings!
The Bible is full of wisdom and teaches us how to gain insight. Join us for a four-week series on what wisdom is and how we can walk in it. thebridgebluffton.com
Sunday morning sermon audio from Preston Highlands Baptist Church.
In Mark chapter 4, Jesus' teaching ministry transitioned to open proclamation of the gospel (Mark 1:15) to teaching in parables (4:33–34). In vv. 21–34, we see Jesus' method and manner of teaching about the Kingdom of God to the general masses and we see His intentional explanations to those who came to Him with soft teachable hearts.
January 26, 2025Pastor Scott Poling Other Scripture used: 1 Kings 3:5, 7-13; 2 Chronicles 1:10; Proverbs 4:5a, 7; James 1:5-8; 1 Kings 4:29-30, 32-34; 1 Kings 10:1, 2b-8; Matthew 10:16; Proverbs 12:23; James 1:19b; Proverbs 18:13; Proverbs 1:7a; Proverbs 9:10a; Psalm 22:23; Psalm 33:8; Hebrews 12:28b-29; Revelation 14:6-7a; Psalm 96:9; Hebrews 10:31; Psalm 135:6; Isaiah 6:1b-5b; Job 33:4; Acts 17:28a; John 15:5b; Proverbs 5:21; Proverbs 15:3; Hebrews 4:13; Psalm 139:2-3, 7; Revelation 20:11-15; 2 Corinthians 5:10; Romans 14:10-12; Proverbs 3:11-12; Revelation 3:19; Hebrews 12:7-11; Psalm 111:10a; 1 Corinthians 1:30; Colossians 2:2b-3; Main Points: THE BEGINNING OF WISDOM Choose Wisdom Value Wisdom Fear the Lord
Jesus begins to teach in enigmatic parables to the crowds. The Parable in Mark 4:1–20 describes how so many crowds of people can hear the message of the gospel and receive such varied responses from the masses.
As we enter 2025, we hurry with the Wise Men to worship Jesus. Jesus himself walks beside the Sea of Galilee and calls us to follow him with a lively faith. But how? What does such a lively faith look like? Solomon has something to say about that. He calls us it “the Way of the Wise.” In this four week series, we'll begin to learn to walk the way of the wise. Today, we learn from Solomon that the beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord. Proverbs 1:1-7
Wednesday, January 15, 2025 | Message by Pastor Josh Bevan Main Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7
Luke Pereira (preached at Winmalee, 11am and 5pm churches on 5th January and 9am church on 12th January). Proverbs 1.
Homily of Fr. Michael P. O'Connor from Mass on January 8, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Referenced Readings: 1 John 4:11-18 Mark 6:45-52 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give
Can you remember a time when your parents sat you down at the table with the words, "We need to have a chat."? This week we commence a short 'holiday series' through the first three chapters of Proverbs which read a little like one of those conversations. The book teaches practical wisdom for living in a world which does not always present us with clear, black and white options. Warning us of the various seductive voices which seek to woo and entice us down foolish paths, Proverbs directs us, young and old to the voice of wisdom - wisdom which begins with the fear of the Lord. Ultimately, it leads us to Christ himself who "became to us wisdom from God."Only fools shun this teaching. So let's be wise and pray that the Lord might help us grow in wisdom.
The book of Proverbs, attributed to Solomon, emphasizes that true wisdom begins with a reverent acknowledgment of God, as stated in Proverbs 1:7. This perspective counters societal views that prioritize personal achievement. It encourages humility, reflection, and the pursuit of God's guidance in decision-making, fostering deeper understanding and growth in life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dailyrowe/support
Fr. Anthony, Tony, and Cristina talk about the goings on, people in the Parish, and prayer, They discuss the challenges of the day and the Loss of God that is prevalent today. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish
Pastor KJay delivered part 2 of “Fear of God Is the Beginning of Wisdom,” and here are the key takeaways: • To gain wisdom, you must have an understanding heart; to have an understanding heart, your heart must be pure. • The testing of your faith produces perseverance. • Your ear should be turned toward wisdom. Everything you hear is seed, and it will produce what you feed it.PARTNER WITH US Thank you for your generosity! To give, visit https://www.radiantchurchtxk.com/give____ PRAYER We would be honored to pray with you. Text the word "Prayer" to 903-201-0606. ____ FIRST TIMEIs this your first time visiting Radiant Church Online? Text the word "First Time" to 903-201-0606.Connect With Us: Website: https://www.radiantchurchtxk.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Radianttxk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiantchurchtxk/DOWNLOAD OUR APP https://apps.apple.com/us/app/radiant-txk/id6473744016https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.pushpay.radiantchurchtxk&pcampaignid=web_shareCatch us LIVE on Youtube at 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. CST to experience powerful worship and a life-changing message!Support the show
Pastor KJay delivered a powerful message on how the fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom. This sermon unpacks how wisdom transforms your life, equips you to handle life's challenges, and grants you favor with both God and man.
Father Anthony, Cristina and Tony speak on the single biggest problem in the western world; the lack of regard for God and the result of that. After prayer, Father reads and discusses the homily by Pope Pius XII on the canonization of St. Maria Goretti. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish
Wisdom, Understanding & Discretion Bring Life, If We Don't Listen To The Words Of The Spirit Of Jesus & Obey, Death Will Be The Payment.
I don't often respond to current events. I work so slowly that by the time I have a response, the event is no longer current and has been forgotten. Nevertheless, my concern in this episode is one that continues to be raised, and so the time feels right to address it once again. If you […]
QUOTES FOR REFLECTION“Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad.”~Miles Kington (1941-2008), British journalist, musician, and broadcaster “The wise person doesn't give the right answers, but poses the right questions.”~Claude Lévi-Strauss (1908-2009), French anthropologist “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.”~Socrates (c. 470-399 BC), famed Athenian philosopher “The endless cycle of idea and action,Endless invention, endless experiment,Brings knowledge of motion, but not of stillness;Knowledge of speech, but not of silence;Knowledge of words, and ignorance of the Word.All our knowledge brings us nearer to our ignorance,All our ignorance brings us nearer to death,But nearness to death no nearer to GOD.Where is the Life we have lost in living?Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge?Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?The cycles of Heaven in twenty centuriesBring us farther from GOD and nearer to the Dust.”~T. S. Eliot (1888-1965), The Rock (1934) “If you are filled with pride, then you will have no room for wisdom.”~African Proverb “A humble knowledge of myself is a surer way to God than a search after learning."~Thomas à Kempis (c. 1380-1471), German-Dutch priest “There comes a moment when people who have been dabbling in religion (‘Man's search for God'!) suddenly draw back. Supposing we really found Him? We never meant it to come to that! Worse still, supposing He had found us?”~C.S. Lewis (1898-1963), literary scholarSERMON PASSAGEProverbs 1:1-33 (ESV)Proverbs 11 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight,3 to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity;4 to give prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth—5 Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance,6 to understand a proverb and a saying, the words of the wise and their riddles. 7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction. 8 Hear, my son, your father's instruction, and forsake not your mother's teaching,9 for they are a graceful garland for your head and pendants for your neck.10 My son, if sinners entice you, do not consent.11 If they say, “Come with us, let us lie in wait for blood; let us ambush the innocent without reason;12 like Sheol let us swallow them alive, and whole, like those who go down to the pit;13 we shall find all precious goods, we shall fill our houses with plunder;14 throw in your lot among us; we will all have one purse”—15 my son, do not walk in the way with them; hold back your foot from their paths,16 for their feet run to evil, and they make haste to shed blood.17 For in vain is a net spread in the sight of any bird,18 but these men lie in wait for their own blood; They set an ambush for their own lives.19 Such are the ways of everyone who is greedy for unjust gain; it takes away the life of its possessors. 20 Wisdom cries aloud in the street, in the markets she raises her voice;21 at the head of the noisy streets she cries out; at the entrance of the city gates she speaks:22 “How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge?23 If you turn at my reproof, behold, I will pour out my spirit to you; I will make my words known to you.24 Because I have called and you refused to listen, have stretched out my hand and no one has heeded,25 because you have ignored all my counsel and would have none of my reproof,26 I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when terror strikes you,27 when terror strikes you like a storm and your calamity comes like a whirlwind, when distress and anguish come upon you.28 Then they will call upon me, but I will not answer; they will seek me diligently but will not find me.29 Because they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of the Lord,30 would have none of my counsel and despised all my reproof,31 therefore they shall eat the fruit of their way, and have their fill of their own devices.32 For the simple are killed by their turning away, and the complacency of fools destroys them;33 but whoever listens to me will dwell secure and will be at ease, without dread of disaster.” Proverbs 910 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.