Wisdom for the Heart

Share a comment Corporate worship is a time to shine the spotlight on God, rather than ourselves. As Stephen continues his series in King Solomon’s journal, the Book of Ecclesiastes, he shares some guidelines for effective worship, and some warnings to those who choose to make worship about themselves, not God. Stephen Davey's newest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.w...

Share a comment As Christians, we are called to fellowship, not isolation. But loneliness is becoming a major problem in the church today, as it was in Solomon’s day. In his diary, which we call the book of Ecclesiastes, Solomon shares God’s wisdom to prevent loneliness by focusing on community with others. Stephen Davey's newest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdo...

Share a comment In a world with many perspectives, motivations and opinions, how can the Christian discern who to listen to? In this first lesson of Stephen’s new series from Ecclesiastes, he describes some worldly motivations, and provides the believer with the key to recognizing the right voice. Stephen Davey's newest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.or...

Share a comment Everyone wants peace, but the world can’t seem to find it. Nations sign treaties that don’t last, neighbors feud over petty issues, and daily life is full of stress and conflict. Scripture tells us that “there is no peace for the wicked,” but for those who belong to Christ, peace is both a gift and a calling. In  Going Public, Part 4 – Peace … And a Cup of Coffee , Stephen Davey sh...

Share a comment When it comes to sharing your faith, are you ready for the opportunities God places in front of you? In Colossians 4, Paul lays out six action steps for every believer who wants to live on mission: pray faithfully, think gratefully, cultivate dependence on God, behave wisely toward unbelievers, maximize opportunities, and communicate graciously. In this episode, Stephen Davey expla...

Share a comment What does it mean to live up to your name? For believers, the title “Christian” isn’t just a personal label—it’s a public declaration that you belong to Jesus Christ. That identity brings both privilege and responsibility. In  Going Public, Part 2 , Stephen Davey explores Acts 4 and the example of the early believers who bore Christ’s name boldly in a hostile world. Their courage,...

Share a comment What do your neighbors, coworkers, or classmates think about God? Often, their perception of Him is shaped by the Christians they know. In 1 Timothy 3:7, Paul reminds believers that a good reputation with outsiders is essential—not for personal recognition, but to represent Christ well. In this episode of  Wisdom for the Heart , Stephen Davey examines biblical principles for buildi...

Share a comment Why did Jesus leave earth after the resurrection? And what is He doing now? This episode explores the often-overlooked event of Christ’s ascension—and why it still matters today. Stephen Davey takes you to Luke 24, where Jesus offers His final words to the disciples before ascending into heaven. In that moment, Jesus gave them a message to proclaim, a mission to pursue, and a promi...

Share a comment What do you do when you fail God again? Most of us know the cycle of good intentions, spiritual resolutions, and inevitable reversals. Samuel Johnson, William Carey, and even Simon Peter struggled with the same pattern. But in John 21, the risen Christ meets Peter after his devastating denials. Around a charcoal fire, Jesus doesn’t demand apologies or guarantees of future faithfuln...

Share a comment What would you do if Jesus showed up unannounced in your living room? That’s exactly what happened to the disciples in Luke 24. In this powerful episode titled A Ghost at First Glance, Stephen unpacks Jesus’ stunning post-resurrection appearance to His fearful followers—and His tender response to their disbelief. Instead of rebuking their failure, Jesus extends peace. Instead of de...

Share a comment What do you do when your dreams fall apart? When God doesn’t show up the way you expected? Two discouraged disciples faced those exact questions as they walked away from Jerusalem on the very day Jesus rose from the dead. In this powerful episode titled The Road Back to Hope , Stephen teaches through Luke 24 and the story of the Emmaus road—revealing how Jesus restores broken heart...

Share a comment What would it take to convince you that someone rose from the dead? In this powerful episode, Stephen Davey walks through the gospel account of Jesus’ resurrection and the unexpected witnesses who saw it firsthand. You’ll hear how women who arrived with spices left with a message, how disciples ran from confusion to belief, and how a brokenhearted woman became the first to see the...

Share a comment Did Jesus really rise from the dead, or is it just a religious myth? For centuries, skeptics have dismissed the resurrection as a fabrication, but the evidence tells a different story. In this compelling episode, Stephen Davey unpacks five supernatural proofs that confirm Jesus rose from the dead. From the testimony of angels to the undeniable witness of the empty tomb, these evide...

Share a comment Nicodemus was the last person you’d expect to follow Jesus. A leader of Israel, a teacher of the scriptures, a Supreme Court Justice—yet he needed to be born again. Three years after meeting Jesus at night, Nicodemus stepped into the light, ready to honor the Messiah. In this episode of Wisdom for the Heart , Stephen Davey unpacks Nicodemus’ journey from religion to redemption. He...

Share a comment Would you take a stand for Jesus if it meant losing everything? Joseph of Arimathea was a wealthy, influential member of Israel’s Supreme Court. He secretly believed Jesus was the Messiah, but fear kept him silent. Then, after Jesus’ death, Joseph made a bold decision that cost him everything—but secured his place in history. This episode explores Joseph’s transformation from secre...

Share a comment What’s really wrong with the world and why does it seem so hard to fix? In Romans 3:15–18, the apostle Paul shows us a difficult but necessary truth: the problem isn’t just around us; it’s inside us. This episode reveals the sobering reality of human depravity. People rush toward violence. They break trust, destroy relationships, and live without peace or reverence for God. Stephen...

Share a comment Why does the world feel like it’s coming apart at the seams? Why is peace so elusive in homes, cities, countries, and hearts? In Romans 3:15–18, the apostle Paul delivers a devastating description of the human condition. He says the problem isn’t just external. It’s not just injustice, conflict, or crime. The core issue is internal: humanity is sinful, selfish, and spiritually lost...

Share a comment The average person speaks about 50,000 words a day. Roughly the length of a small book. But how much of that is worth reading? In Romans 3:14, Paul says the natural human mouth is full of “cursing and bitterness.” In other words, our speech exposes the condition of our hearts. In this message, Stephen Davey explains the final link in Paul’s chain of indictments about sinful communi...

Share a comment The apostle Paul doesn’t pull any punches in Romans 3:13. He says the human throat is an open grave. Why? Because what we say reveals the death within us. In this message, Stephen Davey explains why God takes our words so seriously; and how our speech is evidence of deeper spiritual decay. In this fifth message from Paul’s list of indictments against the human race, you’ll see how...

Share a comment In Romans 3:12, the apostle Paul continues his list of indictments against humanity with a sobering claim: “All have turned aside.” That one phrase reveals the spiritual condition of every person: deliberate defiance, willful wandering, and increasing moral decay. In this episode, Stephen Davey explains how sin doesn’t just happen to us. It’s the path we choose. We avoid the truth,...

Share a comment Romans 3:10–12 offers a brutal but necessary truth: no one is righteous, no one understands, and no one seeks after God. In this episode, Stephen Davey continues unfolding Paul’s list of fourteen indictments against humanity, focusing on three devastating facts: our total depravity, our spiritual blindness, and our instinct to run from God rather than toward Him. You’ll see how thi...

Share a comment What if everything you believed about yourself was wrong? What if your spiritual “scoreboard” showed defeat, even though you thought you were winning? In this episode, Stephen Davey explores Romans 3:10–12 to show that no one—not one person—is righteous in themselves. These verses open a series of 14 indictments against humanity, all building to a single, stunning conclusion: every...

Share a comment Can a person justify sin if it brings about something good? Can God be blamed for judgment if His truth is revealed through our failure? In this powerful lesson from Romans 3:3–9, Stephen Davey addresses three objections people often raise against God’s justice—and shows why every one of them collapses under the weight of truth. Paul warns that God doesn’t overlook guilt just becau...

Share a comment What makes the Bible the final authority in life? How do we know it’s true, complete, and trustworthy? In this powerful episode, Stephen Davey unpacks Romans 3:2 and explains how the Bible came to us—not as a man-made invention, but as the very breath of God. You’ll explore how Scripture was written by human authors who were “moved by the Holy Spirit,” and how their writings were p...

Share a comment Is the Bible really the Word of God—or just a collection of myths and moral teachings? And if it is God’s Word, is it still relevant today? In this powerful episode, Stephen Davey walks you through the second part of his study on how we got the Bible—and why we know it’s true. Drawing from Romans 3:2, Stephen unpacks Paul’s declaration that the Jews were entrusted with the “oracles...