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Wisdom isn't about what you know—it's how you live. Jen traces the thread from envy to chaos, from selfish ambition to rupture, and asks where our choices are really coming from. Are we reacting to protect ourselves, or responding from a deeper place? The wisdom from above is quiet, steady, and sincere—but it won't chase us. It waits to be chosen, again and again. Even in conflict. Even when it costs us pride.
7-27-25 | Have you heard some worldly wisdom and thought, “That's the worst advice I've ever heard!”? The reason is, Biblical wisdom is often at odds with the wisdom of this world. In this sermon series, we will attack the advice the world gives with God's Word and choose to be led by the Holy Spirit.
Two Overarching 3 Kings Take-Aways God partners with ordinary people (messy) to accomplish His extraordinary purposes. Ordinary people are capable of mighty acts when we align our mind, heart and hands with God's. Solomon is Different KingPhysicallyBackground SkillsetWisdomThe Hebrew word for wisdom (hokma) means information + insight. The OT concept of wisdom carries a moral, ethical and an applied skill component. The NT word for wisdom (sophia) points to a practical and spiritual understanding of God's will and applying that knowledge to life. “Knowing the greatest goal in any situation and the best way to achieve it.” Pastor John PiperRemarkable Moment. Ordinary Day.1 Kings 3:16-28 (NIV) 16 Now two prostitutes came to the king and stood before him. 17 One of them said, “Pardon me, my lord. This woman and I live in the same house, and I had a baby while she was there with me. 18 The third day after my child was born, this woman also had a baby. We were alone; there was no one in the house but the two of us. 19 “During the night this woman's son died because she lay on him. 20 So she got up in the middle of the night and took my son from my side while I your servant was asleep. She put him by her breast and put her dead son by my breast. 21 The next morning, I got up to nurse my son—and he was dead! But when I looked at him closely in the morning light, I saw that it wasn't the son I had borne.” 22 The other woman said, “No! The living one is my son; the dead one is yours.” But the first one insisted, “No! The dead one is yours; the living one is mine.” And so they argued before the king. 23 The king said, “This one says, ‘My son is alive and your son is dead,' while that one says, ‘No! Your son is dead and mine is alive.'” 24 Then the king said, “Bring me a sword.” So, they brought a sword for the king. 25 He then gave an order: “Cut the living child in two and give half to one and half to the other.” 26 The woman whose son was alive was deeply moved out of love for her son and said to the king, “Please, my lord, give her the living baby! Don't kill him!” But the other said, “Neither I nor you shall have him. Cut him in two!” 27 Then the king gave his ruling: “Give the living baby to the first woman. Do not kill him; she is his mother.” 28 When all Israel heard the verdict the king had given, they held the king in awe, because they saw that he had wisdom from God to administer justice.1 Kings 4:29 (NIV) “God gave Solomon wisdom and very great insight, and a breadth of understanding as measureless as the sand on the seashore.”Question: What was the genesis of Solomon's wisdom? Answer: Godly advice + a Godly ask.Godly Advice is two-fold. 1 Kings 2:1-4 (NIV) When the time drew near for David to die, he gave a charge to Solomon his son. 2 “I am about to go the way of all the earth,” he said. “So be strong, act like a man, 3 and observe what the Lord your God requires: Walk in obedience to him, and keep his decrees and commands, his laws and regulations, as written in the Law of Moses. Do this so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you go 4 and that the Lord may keep his promise to me: ‘If your descendants watch how they live, and if they walk faithfully before me with all their heart and soul, you will never fail to have a successor on the throne of Israel.' 1. Be strong, act like a man (NIV)…“show what you are made of” (Message) David is challenging/imploring Solomon to step up to what he was being called into. 2. Observe what the Lord requires. Align your words, will and ways to that of the Lord. It's not possible to lead at this level if you are out of alignment. Out of alignment places an untenable burden – emotional, intellectual, spiritual and physical on our shoulders. Alignment is a synergistic position that employs God's power to accomplish His/our joint purposes.Godly Ask. 2 Kings 3:3-15 (NIV) 3 Solomon showed his love for the Lord by walking according to the instructions given him by his father David, except that he offered sacrifices and burned incense on the high places. 4 The king went to Gibeon to offer sacrifices, for that was the most important high place, and Solomon offered a thousand burnt offerings on that altar. 5 At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon during the night in a dream, and God said, “Ask for whatever you want me to give you.” 6 Solomon answered, “You have shown great kindness to your servant, my father David, because he was faithful to you and righteous and upright in heart. You have continued this great kindness to him and have given him a son to sit on his throne this very day. 7 “Now, Lord my God, you have made your servant king in place of my father David. But I am only a little child and do not know how to carry out my duties. 8 Your servant is here among the people you have chosen, a great people, too numerous to count or number. 9 So give your servant a discerning heart to govern your people and to distinguish between right and wrong. For who is able to govern this great people of yours?” 10 The Lord was pleased that Solomon had asked for this. 11 So God said to him, “Since you have asked for this and not for long life or wealth for yourself, nor have asked for the death of your enemies but for discernment in administering justice, 12 I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been anyone like you, nor will there ever be. 13 Moreover, I will give you what you have not asked for—both wealth and honor—so that in your lifetime you will have no equal among kings. 14 And if you walk in obedience to me and keep my decrees and commands as David your father did, I will give you a long life.” 15 Then Solomon awoke—and he realized it had been a dream. “I am only a child” Solomon's ask can from a place of self-awareness. All good leadership comes from a place of self-awareness. “The Lord was pleased that Solomon had asked for this” Why? Because Solomon's was aligning with the Lord's purpose. He was falling in behind the leadership of YHWY – not asking YWHY to fall in behind his leadership! Is God's wisdom accessible to me? Godly Wisdom is neither secretive or elusive but you can only have it if you go for it! And when you “get it and follow it” there is a reward! 3 essentials to obtaining wisdom. Fear God. Trust God. Ask God. Each step comes with its own sets of rewards.Essential #1 Fear God. Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Reverence and Awe are the beginning of wisdom because if we don't hold God in the highest of regard, elevating Him and His counsel above ourselves and others, we won't align our actions with His… simple as that. Proverbs 14:12 (AMP) There is a way which seems right to a man and appears straight before him, but its end is the way of death. REWARD #1. Proverbs 9:11-12 (NIV) 11 For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life. 12 If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you; if you are a mocker, you alone will suffer.Essential #2 Trust God. Proverbs 3:1-8 (Charlie Amplified Version) INSTRUCTION 1My son, do not forget my teaching [these aren't secrets], but keep my commands in your heart [keep a tight grip], REWARD 2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. INSTRUCTION 3 Let love and faithfulness [hesed] never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart [keep God's hesed front in center of all emotions and decisions]. REWARD 4 Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. INSTRUCTION 5 Trust [rely on, have confidence in] in the Lord with all your heart [emotions] and lean not on your own understanding [what seems]; 6 in all your ways [decisions and movement] submit to him [yield], REWARD and he will make your paths straight. INSTRUCTION 7 Do not be wise in your own eyes [seems]; fear the Lord [be in awe] and shun [turn away/ reject] evil.REWARD 8 This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones. Essential #3. Ask God. James 1:2-8 (AMP) 5 If any of you lacks wisdom [to guide him through a decision or circumstance], he is to ask of [our benevolent] God, who gives to everyone generously and without rebuke or blame… Reward… and it will be given to him. 3 essentails to obtaining wisdom. Fear God. Elevate God over yourself. Trust God. Elevate His path over other's opinion. Ask God. Elevate God to your first and last ask. “Thou, O Christ, who went tempted in all points like we are, yet without sin, make us strong to overcome the desire to be wise and to be reputed wise by others as ignorant as ourselves. We turn from our wisdom as well from our folly and flee to Thee, the wisdom and the power of God. Amen” (AW Tozer, The Knowledge of the Holy pg. 59.) “With the goodness of God to desire our highest welfare, the wisdom of God to plan it, and the power of God to achieve it, what do we lack? Surely we are the most favored of all creatures.” (AW Tozer, The Knowledge of the Holy pg. 64.)
You might laugh at Dumb and Dumber, but are you living the same way—spiritually? In this message, we explore how godly wisdom is more than just knowing the right verses—it's about building your life on truth instead of impulse. Our world celebrates fast decisions, loud opinions, and blind confidence, but scripture calls us to live wisely and cautiously. Through stories from Proverbs, Jesus' teaching, and Solomon's humble prayer, we uncover how wisdom provides clarity, protection, and opportunity. Without it, you might be making decisions that feel right… but lead to disaster. Don't just live confidently—live wisely.
Speaker: Pastor Jeff Walling
What is godly wisdom? What does the Bible say about how to discern godly wisdom from worldly wisdom?
An episode from Lukfata Baptist Church, a conservative, independent body of King James Bible believers located in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. The mission of Lukfata Baptist Church is to be obedient to the words of Christ who is the head of the church and commands us to “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.” (Matthew 28:19, 20) Lukfata Baptist Church (LBC) believes in sending the message of the gospel into all the world (Mk. 16:15). When we're unable to take the gospel to foreign lands personally, we can help send those who go in our place. LBC maintains a missionary zeal, and we are excited to be partnered together with those families who are bringing the life-giving message of the gospel to the furthest corners of the globe. You may write to LBC at: Lukfata Baptist Church1444 Lukfata Church Rd,Broken Bow, OK 74728Our video messages are also available for you at the following locations:YouTube-https://www.youtube.com/@lukfatabaptistchurchFacebook -https://www.facebook.com/LukfataBaptist Be sure to Subscribe to our channel and/or Like and Follow LBC on Facebook so that you will be notified the next time we are live! Have A Blessed Day The KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast is directly supported by Doss Metrics LLC | Ministry Services based out of Cleveland Texas. If you have any questions regarding this podcast, or the churches hosted on the podcast, please reach out to us directly at dossmetrics@gmail.com or write to us at: Doss Metrics | KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast1451 McBride Rd.Cleveland, TX 77328 God Bless#LukfataBaptistChurch #PastorChipPinkerton #KingJamesPreaching #Churches #PreachingPodcast
Today on Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we're hitting a hot topic: America jumping into the Israel-Iran war. And I'm just going to say it—I don't think we should've gotten involved. I've supported Donald Trump for years, but I think he got this wrong.Israel just said they didn't need us. This was their fight. Then suddenly, we're bombing a nuclear site and opening doors that didn't need to be opened. And of course, anyone who questions it gets labeled a “panican.” But guess what? The “panicans” are starting to look more and more like prophets, because now, sleeper cells are stirring, and American churches are already under attack.We don't need to be scared, we need to be wise. The Bible calls us to test the spirits, stay watchful, and seek peace when we can. (1 John 4:1, Romans 12:18). So let's talk about it honestly. Because loving your country (and even loving your favorite president) doesn't mean checking your discernment at the door and always being a yes-man.--https://policecoffee.com/collections/coffee
The first few verses of Proverbs 2 give the directions to gaining Godly wisdom. We are bombarded with the world's wisdom, so we must counteract it with wisdom from the Lord. Grab your Bible and follow along with Pastor Mike.
Today on Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we're hitting a hot topic: America jumping into the Israel-Iran war. And I'm just going to say it—I don't think we should've gotten involved. I've supported Donald Trump for years, but I think he got this wrong.Israel just said they didn't need us. This was their fight. Then suddenly, we're bombing a nuclear site and opening doors that didn't need to be opened. And of course, anyone who questions it gets labeled a “panican.” But guess what? The “panicans” are starting to look more and more like prophets, because now, sleeper cells are stirring, and American churches are already under attack.We don't need to be scared, we need to be wise. The Bible calls us to test the spirits, stay watchful, and seek peace when we can. (1 John 4:1, Romans 12:18). So let's talk about it honestly. Because loving your country (and even loving your favorite president) doesn't mean checking your discernment at the door and always being a yes-man.--https://policecoffee.com/collections/coffee
Today, we're taking a look at the unraveling mayhem situation in California, where Governor Gavin Newsom's failure to lead has allowed chaos to run absolutely wild. Violent riots involving illegal immigrants (most of whom are military-aged men) are breaking out across the state. These individuals are not assimilating, they are disrupting, demanding, and waving foreign flags while burning ours on American soil. As California spirals, it's no surprise that federal intervention has become necessary. President Trump has stepped in where state "leadership" would not. This really isn't about politics, it's about preserving order, protecting citizens, and upholding the rule of law. We are a people who serve a God of justice, not disorder. What's happening is not compassionate, it's destabilizing. California deserves better, and America must wake up before this becomes the norm nationwide. God forbid. Let's talk about what's really going on in California and why prayer, truth, and resolve are crucial right now.--https://www.thebrandsunday.com/products/the-bible-study-physical?srsltid=AfmBOoqJuDPZk6H7VWSxgepSo3RWAJCtIGO9wrHmULH1iMgxSzkJ791_--Order CULTure: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/SLYWFXAB6479S
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6-1-25 | Have you heard some worldly wisdom and thought, “That's the worst advice I've ever heard!”? The reason is, Biblical wisdom is often at odds with the wisdom of this world. In this sermon series, we will attack the advice the world gives with God's Word and choose to be led by the Holy Spirit.
Faithful Love: Navigating Relationships with Godly WisdomIn this episode of the Teens Draw Near to God Poetry podcast, the host, Shirah Chante Relationship Artist, welcomes teenagers, parents, and mentors to discuss the importance of drawing closer to God through poetry. The host shares personal experiences of seeking God and emphasizes the significance of true love and faithfulness in relationships. A featured poem, Never Be, explores the complexities of love, material wealth, and genuine connection. The episode encourages listeners to seek God's guidance in finding their romantic partners and to value love and faithfulness over material possessions.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:18 Purpose of the Podcast02:34 Graduation and New Beginnings03:21 Introduction to the Poem Never Be06:59 Reading the Poem Never Be09:47 Analyzing the Poem Never Be21:29 Faithfulness in Relationships30:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Sunday, May 18, 2025 - Daniel Ausbun preaching from James 3:13-18
In this teaching, Minister Gabriel Magaña emphasizes the significance of Godly wisdom over worldly wisdom. He discusses how wisdom shapes our choices, futures, and souls, and highlights the importance of seeking wisdom through prayer and guidance from God. The conversation also touches on the power of words, the necessity of self-control, and the value of accepting correction and advice from others. Ultimately, Minister Magaña encourages listeners to respect God, ask for wisdom, and live a life that reflects their faith.Minister Gabriel Magaña | May 6, 2025The Fountain Apostolic Churchone_ (2025)Learn more at tfachurch.com/plusChapters:00:00 The Importance of Godly Wisdom09:48 Worldly Wisdom vs. Godly Wisdom20:08 Seeking Wisdom in Daily Life29:58 The Power of Words and Self-Control
April 27, 2025Worldly v Godly WisdomFor more information about FCC, please visit our website at www.fccsantamaria.org
Understanding, Knowledge and Wisdom Notes: 1. Worldly wisdom Vs. The Wisdom of God. 2. Source. 3. Worldly Wisdom: Comes from human reasoning, cultural norms, and life experience. It's shaped by the values of the world — success, power, self-interest. 4. Wisdom of God: Comes from God Himself, revealed through Scripture, the Holy Spirit, and the person of Jesus Christ. It's often countercultural and grounded in eternal truth. 5. Focus. 6. Worldly Wisdom: Focuses on the here and now — wealth, comfort, status, and achievement. It often avoids suffering and seeks self-preservation. 7. Wisdom of God: Focuses on the kingdom of God — love, humility, righteousness, and eternal perspective. It often embraces suffering for a higher purpose. 8. Attitude. 9. Worldly Wisdom: Proud, self-reliant, often cynical. It trusts in one's own understanding and capabilities. 10. Wisdom of God: Humble, dependent on God, reverent. It starts with the fear of the Lord. And trusts in God's ways. even when they don't make sense. 11. Results. 12. Worldly Wisdom: Can bring temporary success but can lead to brokenness, division, and spiritual emptiness. 13. Wisdom of God: Leads to peace, blessed life, power and fruitfulness in the Holy Spirit. It builds up others and glorifies God with the intentions of them accepting Jesus as their Lord. o 2 Timothy 3:7 (NKJV) o 1 Corinthians 3:18-19 (NLT) 14. Wisdom - 4678. σοφία sophía; wise, wisdom, skill, tact; The wisdom of God means the divine wisdom, including the ideas of infinite skill, insight, knowledge, purity - Of the divine wisdom as revealed and manifested in Christ and His gospel. 15. Wisdom is the God-given ability to activate the knowledge and understanding you get. 16. Wisdom goes beyond your feelings. 17. Wisdom discerns for now and later on, not just what feels good now. 18. When you abandon wisdom, you're left with education. o Romans 1:21-22 (NKJV) o James 3:13-16 (NLT) 19. How do we get this kind of Wisdom from God? o James 1:5-7 (NKJV) 20. Godly Wisdom never acts outside of Jesus' character, attributes and love. o Matthew 7:24 (NKJV) o Romans 16:27 (TPT) Need Prayer? Send your prayer requests to: journeychurcheva.com/prayer To give to Journey: journeychurcheva.com/give
Welcome to the School of Ministry podcast, in this remastered episode from our 'Faith and Fear' series, we delve deep into the essence of true wisdom. Drawing from the book of Proverbs, this episode explores the crucial relationship between the fear of the Lord and the attainment of genuine knowledge and understanding. Discover how reverence for God inspires wisdom, leading to a transformed life marked by discernment and spiritual insight. The discussion highlights the stark contrast between worldly wisdom and true Biblical wisdom, emphasizing the importance of guarding one's mind and seeking a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Whether you're searching for answers or striving for a spiritually enriched life, this lesson offers profound insights into living Godly and wisely.
This week we are in Corinthians 1 hearing from Paul what it looks like to rely on Holy Spirit for wisdom.
In this episode, Krystal and Emma dive into what it means to pursue godly wisdom in and outside of Scripture. They also dive into the current books they're reading and how they are teaching them more about the Lord. Subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter! Krystal's Reads: Systematic Theology, Volume One: From Canon to Concept by Steven Wellum Pilgrim Theology: Core Doctrines for Christian Disciplines by Michael Horton Cross Talk: Where Life and Scripture Meet by Michael Emlet Emma's Reads: Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Christian Belief by John M. Frame A Still Quiet Mind: Twelve Strategies for Changing Unwanted Thoughts By Esther Smith A Shepherd's Look at Psalm 23: Discovering God's Love for You by Philip Keller Other Resources: Libby Library Book App Hoopla Library Book App Connect with us: The Daily Grace Co. | Facebook | Instagram | Daily Grace Blog |
Welcome back to the Millionaire Real Estate Podcast! Today, we sat down with Ethan Thomas and I will be his guest! In this powerful episode of the Icons of Real Estate Podcast, the mic flips as Chantel Ray—founder of CanZell Realty, bestselling author, and marketing maven—is interviewed about her journey from selling 52 homes in her first year to running a multi-million dollar real estate company. She shares how she integrates health, wealth, and wisdom into her business, why she merged with eXp, and how she's helping agents across 50 states generate passive income. Stick around for powerful insights on abundance mindset, lead generation, and the future of real estate marketing.
A look at worldly wisdom vs. godly wisdom from James 3:13-18 and a talk about the greatest gift coming in the middle of temple worship!Ben's Instagram and email: @ben.mitchell04 and bmmitch04@gmail.com. LACIDAR's Instagram and email: @lacidarpodcast and LACIDAR2020@gmail.com. LACIDAR Facebook: Lacidar
This passage is a God-wink passage for me. I volunteered to speak on this passage at PWOC here in Italy and the day I was scheduled to share was actually election day 2024 in the states. On a day that's filled with people voting and responding to the results out of their own wisdom, we were studying a passage that reminds us to think, speak, and respond out of Godly wisdom. Though election day has passed and the results are already in, this passage continues to and will always remind us to think, speak and respond out of Godly wisdom instead of earthly wisdom.Verses: James 3:13-18, James 2:24, James 1:17, Genesis 3:1-6, Matthew 4, Galatians 5:16-26, Romans 15:13 NLT, Matthew 5:43-44 NLT, Leviticus 20:7 NLT, Luke 9:23-25 NLT, 1 Peter 2:9 NLTUnless otherwise noted, all Scripture references are from the English Standard Version.Worship on the Way Out: I Am Yours by NEEDTOBREATHELooking for more ways to connect? Join the podcast over on Instagram @SheDisciplesPodcastLooking for a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast and more? Head on over to YouTube.
Executive Pastor | Todd Slade
Ken and I discuss the subject o wisdom as its presented in Proverbs and James. How to study them in an organized way. Here are links tp Ken Murray's Facebook pages referenced in the podcast. Facebook: “Bible Daily Reading …with commentary” at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1067853697750375 Facebook: “Proberbs Bible Wisdom” at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1157726692546411
Lead Pastor Ben Wallis
Today on Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we're discussing Kanye West's latest internet meltdown and what it reveals about the state of our unfortunate over-sexualized and depraved culture. From celebrity chaos to societal decay, it's clear—without God, the world spirals into total confusion and sin. We're breaking down the bigger picture and talking about why it's time to turn away from worldliness/wickedness and the dysfunction of degeneracy and back to the truth and love of Christ. Jesus is the only sane way forward, ladies and gentlemen.--https://www.thebrandsunday.com/products/the-bible-study-copy?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=tbs_thebiblestudy_searchads-nixwdmd&tw_source=google&tw_adid=608801073541&tw_campaign=17672311083&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAC-_2dRN1WU6lhTaWFNApFgzBkVe_&gclid=CjwKCAiAwaG9BhAREiwAdhv6Y_Xc6w4LM7_4otTu1-XgzYjKKwhwbNBCdqLFVTDdXToND7Rt6JU2hBoC3hsQAvD_BwE
Grow Up // Luke Etelamaki
What does it take to lead with wisdom and leave a Godly legacy? In this message we look at the signs of spiritual drift and ways to reestablish our life on a Godly practices.
Did you know the average person makes over 35,000 decisions daily—many driven by impulse or fleeting emotions? Imagine if even 10% more of your decisions were guided by true wisdom. How radically different would your life look? Today, James reveals seven attributes of godly wisdom that can illuminate your thoughts and actions, leading to peace and purpose in every area of your life. Welcome to the Daily Devo. Our text today is James 3:17-18. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 Here are his seven attributes of godly wisdom and a simple definition of each: Purity: Keeping your heart clean by focusing on God and living with integrity in your thoughts, words, and actions. Peace: Working to create harmony in your relationships and avoid unnecessary conflict. Gentle: Showing kindness by putting others first, even when you feel you're in the right. Willing: Open to listening, learning, and embracing wise counsel. Full of mercy and good fruit: Letting compassion move you to practical acts of kindness. Impartial: Staying consistent and fair in treating others, sticking to your values no matter the situation. Sincere: Being genuine and honest in everything you do, with no hidden motives or pretense These seven attributes of wisdom are more than a checklist—they illuminate the nature of God's wisdom and Jesus' character. Striving for godly wisdom aligns our hearts, minds, and will with His, inviting His peace and purpose to flourish in our lives and relationships. Today, take a moment to reflect: which of these seven attributes of godly wisdom stands out to you as an area for growth? Is there one where you've struggled to reflect God's wisdom and Jesus' character? Maybe it's gentleness, sincerity, or showing mercy in action. Identify the one attribute you need to work on, confess it, and take a step toward turning it up even a small percentage—it could make a profound difference in your life and relationships. Drop your response in the comments below. For example, if you've struggled with gentleness, share how you plan to show more kindness this week. Let me pray for you as you take this next step in growing in godly wisdom. Remember, God's wisdom is available to all who ask. Together, let's seek His peace and purpose in our lives. #GodlyWisdom, #BibleStudy, #James317 ASK THIS: Which attribute of godly wisdom do you find most challenging to practice daily? How can growing in gentleness or sincerity improve your relationships this week? When have you acted impulsively instead of seeking God's wisdom? What was the result? What step can you take today to align your decisions more closely with God's wisdom? DO THIS: Choose one attribute of godly wisdom to focus on this week, and practice it daily in your thoughts, words, and actions. PRAY THIS: Father, help me to seek and reflect Your wisdom in every decision I make today. Guide my heart to live with purity, peace, and sincerity so my life glorifies You. Amen PLAY THIS: Thank You, Jesus.
Family Gathering Service Sermon Preached by Rev. Kwame Owusu-Daaku at the Laikos International Church, New York Branch.
When life's pressures mount, we often feel tempted to take control and rely on our own understanding. In this message, we explore the wisdom of walking humbly with God, the consequences of rejecting His guidance, and the freedom found in surrendering to His will.
Do you consider yourself a wise woman? Do you struggle to even discern what it means to have wisdom with all the information overload and opinions surrounding you? Join us in this week's episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast to examine Proverbs 31:26 and discuss some of the dos and don'ts of giving and receiving godly wisdom, how letting go of people pleasing can open doors to greater wisdom, how to decide which people to listen to, and so much more!
The latest from the pulpit of Spring Meadow Baptist Church.
It's easy to come to prayer with a list of our desires, essentially saying, “Here's what I want, God; now make it happen.” It's instinctual. We want God to step into our story, to bless our plans, and to handle our problems. But Jesus invites us into something bigger. Yes, prayer is for every circumstance, […]
Are you familiar with the 5 levels of communication and where they fit in your marriage? Do you use all 5 levels in your marriage? The basics of communication sound simple on paper, yet most couples are struggling to communicate effectively. And when communication falls short, your connection suffers, conflict ramps up, and marriage isn't the partnership you hoped for. Today Dr. Kim shares these levels and how to use them, so you can access all 5 types of communication your marriage needs and avoid common communication breakdowns with your spouse. Tune in to learn more! We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: 5 communication levels you and your spouse need Simple tips for avoiding common communication breakdowns Getting to deep communication with a less talkative spouse Common mistakes husbands and wives make with deeper communication How to respect your spouse's personal communication style *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! Couples Conversation Guide: Main takeaway: When you talk, be mindful of communicating in ways that your spouse will be able to really hear you. When your spouse talks, listen well, and don't neglect any of the 5 communication levels. Questions to Discuss: Which levels of communication come more naturally in your marriage? Which levels are harder to use? What is one thing you can do today to make sure you communicate in a way your spouse will be able to receive well? QUOTES “Communication is so essential. I don't know if there's ever a couple that comes in for counseling and it's not an issue.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling “It sounds simple enough, but at the same time most couples are struggling with communication.” - Lindsay Few “It's important that you pay attention to each other. That you value it and listen to each other.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling “There are so many distractions in life. It's important to tune in.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling “Instead of blaming our spouse because they're not listening well, ask how well am I communicating with them?” - Dr. Kim Kimberling “We have a responsibility to grow in self awareness, and marriage is a beautiful way to do that.“ Lindsay Few MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Turn to God and ask him to renew your mind with our NEW resource, 11 Prayers To Stop Thinking Negatively About Your Spouse 15 Better Assumptions To Make About Your Spouse is a free printable to help you set your mind on what is true, right and good. Learn more here! Follow Awesome Marriage on Instagram for more marriage tips!
Questions about whether you can be acting on godly wisdom if your choice is giving you deep pain, how a combat vet who has difficulty going to church due to PTSD can find peace with who he is, and whether a Christian can be a public defender and represent criminals. Can I be acting on godly wisdom if my choice is giving me deep pain? I am a combat vet with PTSD who has difficulty connecting with people and doesn't do well in crowds, which makes it difficult to go to church and have friends and fellowship and leads me to question my faith. How can I find peace with who I am? Can a Christian be a public defender and represent people charged with a crime?