Sermons on Wisdom
Have You Deceived Yourself?
In 1 Corinthians 3:18–23, the apostle Paul compares the wisdom of the age to the wisdom of God. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches the danger of self-deception, the solution to being self-deceived, God’s response to worldly wisdom, and trusting in God’s wisdom.
“Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you thinks that he is wise in this age, let him become a fool that he…
The Lessons from the Lives of Three Kings
With 1 Kings 2:1-4, we continue our survey of Bible books, focusing on several main characters, three failing kings: Solomon, Rehoboam, and Jeroboam. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the wisdom and sin of Solomon, the folly of Rehoboam, the sin of Jeroboam, and the application for us.
“If your sons pay close attention to their way, to walk before me in faithfulness…
Where Is He Who Has Been Born the King of the Jews?
In Matthew 2:1-12, we read the story of the wise men who came seeking the king described in Psalm 2. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven answers the questions: Who were these wise men? What were these men looking for? What did these men find? What should we look for?
“Where is he who has been born king…
Human Wisdom vs. God’s Wisdom
In 1 Corinthians 2:1-16, the apostle Paul tells the Corinthian church that they have a special wisdom, a supernatural wisdom that only comes by the way of the Holy Spirit. This is contrary to the wisdom of the world, which places man at the center instead of God. Pastor Bessett preaches God’s wisdom versus the philosophies prevalent today: analytic, continental, and…
The World’s Wisdom vs. God’s Foolishness
In 1 Corinthians 1:17-31, the apostle Paul reveals that God conceals His wisdom in what the world believes is foolishness (the cross). Pastor Bessett preaches the wisdom of the wise destroyed by the wisdom of God, the philosophies of our day that lead to suffering and death, and the solution found…
Two Invitations, One Decision
In the Book of Proverbs, two women are contrasted: Lady Wisdom, and Dame Folly. In chapter 9, both have prepared their banquets and invite you to dine. Which will you choose? Listen as Mr. Israel Quaresma preaches from Proverbs 9 on Lady Wisdom’s banquet, Dame Folly’s banquet, and the fear of the Lord.
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge…
Friendship with the World
In James 3:13-4:10, the Lord calls us to separate ourselves from the world and to draw near to Him. Mr. Ben Bessett proclaims the wisdom from above, the wisdom of the world, compromise with the world, and purity within the world.
“Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Therefore, whoever wishes to be a friend of the world makes himself an…
Motto Text Sermon (2021): Heavenly Minded Servants of the Lord
Colossians 3:1-4 calls the servants of the Lord to seek their wisdom at God’s right hand. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims earthly-minded church leadership, heavenly-minded church leadership, and the heavenly-minded church in this Installation and Ordination and Motto Text Sermon for…
What Happened in 2020?
Ecclesiastes 8:1-9 and 12:13-14 provides God’s perspective to explain the events of the past year. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven teaches the reality of hardship, the response to our circumstances, and the wisdom to understand the past and be ready for the future. “The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of…
Giving Thanks to the God who Cares
Psalm 107:1-43 calls us to give thanks as we experience the constant love of the Lord. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the Lord’s steadfast love for the lost wanderers, the darkness dwellers, the foolish, and those in danger.
“Whoever is wise, let him attend to these things; let them consider the steadfast love of the Lord.”
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