Wisdom from Above

As we continue our study of First Thessalonians, we come now to The Model Minister. Every believer is a minister of God. This passage reveals the motives, the methods and the manner of a model minister. You can use this study as checkup on your progress as a servant of the Lord.

T his 14th season of Wisdom from Above is an exposition of the book of First Thessalonians. The first chapter reveals the heart of a model church. The Thessalonians Church had a faith that worked, a love that labored and a hope that endured. What is the driving principle of the church?    A tradition-driven church does what it does because that’s what they’ve always done. A temperature-driven chur...

This is the premier episode of our 14th season of Wisdom from Above. This season will be an exposition of the book of First Thessalonians. Join us as we dig into the background of First Thessalonians. We will discover seven principles to help us in times of hurt and heartache .

Satan is like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour. He wants to steal our joy, kill our love, and destroy our faith. But he knows we would see that as a bad thing. Therefore, Satan is a deceiver. His messengers appears as an angels of light. They are wives in sheep's clothing. Temptations appear to be attractive and appealing and delightful opportunities that will being joy and pleasure. We a...

This episode of Wisdom from Above investigates the meaning of the phrase "forgive us our sins and we forgive those who sin against us." There is an aspect to this request that is desirable; and there is an aspect of this request that is difficult. Join us as we explore the meaning of this part of the Lord's Prayer. I believe it could change your life.

Who is the preeminent figure of Christmas? Is it Santa? No. Is it Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer? No. Is it Frosty the snowman? No. Is it Jesus? Yes! Join us was we consider the reason for the season! This Christmas episode will turn our attention to Jesus and will challenge us to make room for Jesus in our holiday and in our hearts!

This is the third episode of our Christmas Special. We have stepped away from studying the Lords Prayer in order to focus on Christmas and on the reason for the season. Today's podcast episode is titled "The Purpose of Christ's Birth" and is an exposition of First Timothy chapter one verse fifteen. Join me was we explore the simple yet profound truths of this Christmas passage.

Welcome to this special Christmas series of Wisdom from Above. Last week we looked at the Prophecies of Christ's Birth. Today we are looking at the Peculiarity of Christ's Birth. What is peculiar about Christ's birth? It was a virgin birth. You might be thinking, "Is that really all that important?" Absolutely, yes it is important. Join us for this episode and find out why the virgin birth is so i...

Wisdom From Above is breaking away from the Lord's Prayer series to focus on the birth of Christ. This episode will explore The Prophecies of Christ's Birth. These prophecies are anywhere from 1,400 years before the brith of Christ to 700 years before the birth of Christ. They are specific and stunning prophecies of the birth of Christ. I hope this mini-series on the birth of Christ will help prep...

In this episode of Wisdom from Above we move from a prayer for glory for God to a prayer for groceries for man. This is a practical prayer... but it is often misunderstood. "Give us this day our daily bread." Join me was we unpack this prayer request. We will discover some practical truths that give us insight into our Heavenly Father's provision and give us understanding of our responsibilities.

We are studying the Lord's Prayer... one phrase at a time. Hallowed be Thy name - Delighting in God's Person. Thy kingdom come - Devoted to God's program. Thy will be done - Dedicated to God's Plan. What three things do we need in order to do God's will? What seven things are clearly declared to be God's will? Where does this need to start? Listen to this podcast of Wisdom from Above to find answe...

We are studying The Lord's Prayer so we can pray in the manner that Jesus taught. Last week we looked at Delighting in God's Person... "Hallowed be Thy name." Today we are looking at Devoted to God's Program... "Thy kingdom come." What is the kingdom of God? Are we in it now? If not, when will it come? What does God want me to do?

The Lord's Prayer - Delighting in God's Person As believers in Jesus Christ, we have the incredible privilege of coming boldly to God in prayer. The disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, and Jesus gave them a beautiful pattern for prayer... that we call The Lord's Prayer. The first priority in prayer is delighting in God's person. There is the intimacy of calling Him "Father" and there is t...

In chapter one, we saw Jonah going away from God… in a ship. In chapter two, we saw Jonah going to God… in the belly of the whale. In chapter three, we saw Jonah going with God... in the city of Nineveh. Now we come to chapter four, and Jonah is going against God in a shelter! Jonah is overcome with bitterness toward his enemies and focused on their destruction. God works in an amazing way to help...

In Jonah chapter one Jonah was running away from God. Now in chapter three Jonah is running with God. This story reveals the blessing of God's discipline and the joy of getting a second chance to do what we are called to do. This story also reveals that God's desire is not to bring deserved punishment, but rather to show undeserved mercy. Join me in this podcast of Wisdom from Above as we discover...

In chapter one, Jonah was going away from God in a boat. In chapter two, Jonah is going to God in fish. Jonah cries out to God in prayer. Jonah is desperate for God and dependent on God. This study reveals four very practical steps we can take to get our life turned around!

Jonah has shipped out in the opposite direction from what God called him to go. God caused a raging storm to batter the boat he was in. The sailors were imploring; but Jonah was snoring. The sailors cast lots and God caused the lot to fall on Jonah. Jonah confessed his sin and faced his consequences. Jonah is thrown overboard by the sailors. Join us as we investigate this fascinating story.

God told Jonah to go east. Jonah went west. Have you been there? Sure you have. Sadly, we often do just the opposite of what God is asking us to do. Jonah decided he was going to run away from God and his responsibilities. Then Jonah discovered something he should have already known... you can run, but you cannot hide. Join me for this fascinating look at Jonah the prodigal prophet. .

Jonah is a whale of a book... pun intended! Join me as we dig into this Old Testament book that has captured the minds of young and old. The book of Jonah is I loaded with practical applications to our everyday life. This first episode will whet your appetite for more of the book and it will hit you with two very powerful challenges.

This is the final episode of season 11... The Hall of Faith. We will discover who is referred to as men and women of whom the world is not worthy! These true stories of men and women who walked by faith have gripped our minds and challenged our hearts. The author of this book reminds us that there are many others who walked by faith that could have been listed in the Hall of Faith. I am especially...

Today's episode of Wisdom from Above is very encouraging. This true life story of Jephthah shows us that God has a marvelous plan of using ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things... and all the glory goes to God. My dear friend, God can use you... if you present your life to Him. God can use you... if you are willing to trust in the Lord and walk by faith. You don't have to be n...

Our world loves mythical stories of superheroes... stories like those of Hercules, Thor, Superman, Batman, and Iron Man. But many find even more satisfaction in true stories of super heroes... stories of people who gave their own lives in order to save the lives of others... chief among whom would be Jesus. Today's episode looks at a real life hero who was known for his incredible strength and...

Barak was victorious, but he was not glorious. Even his greatest victory flew under the radar because the commander of the opposing army was killed not by Barak, but by a woman. That woman, Jael, drove a tent peg through the temple of Commander Sisera, nailing him to the ground. Jael was glorious. They sang of her as most blessed among women. They sang of her victory over Sisera. But Barak is stil...

Man looks at the outward appearance, but God looks at the heart. We put our hope in our wisdom and power and skill, but God wants us to put our hope in Him. This truth is vividly pictured in the story of Gideon. Join me as we go back to this historical event and discover wisdom from above that will transform our lives.

This episode of Wisdom from Above reveals a true life story about a woman who went from the House of Shame to the Hall of Fame. The key to this radical change of life was faith in God! Join me as we dig into the true life story of Rahab .