Wisdom To Live Under Authority (Ecclesiastes 8:1-15)

1. It is wise to submit to authority. “Biblical wisdom brings personal transformation. It makes a difference in our witness, showing people the joy of knowing Christ. It also makes a difference in our relationships. Instead of going around grumpy all the time, wise...

Life, Holy Justice & Gospel Mercy (John 4:7-42, 7:46-8:11)

The Law of God and the Gospel of God are the necessary means to protect innocent human life and restore souls in bondage to sins. Today I want to highlight early intervention: what motivations precede an elective abortion, what decisions are made by those involved,...

Wisdom Gives Strength to The Wise (Ecclesiastes 7:19-29)

In our text this morning, we are going to follow Solomon as he shares with us his observations and thoughts about wisdom and folly. 1. Wisdom gives strength to those who receive it (v.19-24). “Together, these verses teach us an even more sobering truth: our tongue is...

How to Listen to a Sermon (Luke 8:4-14;18)

Since God has given us ears to hear, we should pay careful attention to how we hear him through his word being preached.   1. Expect God to speak to us. “The preacher stands in the great tradition of prophets and apostles who spoke the word of God. Unlike them,...