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A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: James 3 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360

Because only wisdom from above produces righteousness, we must humbly seek the Lord for His wisdom and gracious speech. Copyright Images: Images in this educational presentation are in the public domain and free for use under Creative Commons licenses 1-4 or Fair Use allowances. Copyright Notice: Calvary Baptist Church Music © Copyright: Calvary Baptist Church CCLI # 20414529

The sermon emphasizes the necessity of building one's spiritual life and ministry upon the sole foundation of Jesus Christ, as articulated in 1 Corinthians 3. It contrasts the fleeting nature of worldly gain and human efforts with the enduring security found in the Rock, referencing Peter's confession in Matthew 16. The message warns that works motivated by self-glory or incorrect intentions will...

This sermon examines the warnings against hypocritical judgment found in the final chapter of the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing that self-righteousness blinds believers to their own sin while magnifying the faults of others. The central argument distinguishes between the destructive spirit of the Pharisee, who uses scripture to avoid correction, and the healthy Christian discernment required to...

Have you ever discovered that you were wrong about something you were absolutely convinced was right? We live in a world at war over truth, and the battle begins in the mind. The book of Proverbs is God's concentrated wisdom, given to train our minds to think with wisdom and truth. Discover a simple framework for understanding Proverbs and the developmental process of Biblical wisdom: Mind → Habit...

The sermon emphasizes the necessity of guarding one's mind by relying exclusively on God's Word as the sole source of truth and wisdom. Drawing from Psalm 19 and Psalm 1, the message highlights that the Law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul and providing clarity in a world filled with distracting and harmful influences. The preacher contrasts the stability of the believer who meditates on...

This sermon examines the Corinthian church's tendency to resolve civil disputes among believers through secular courts, arguing that such actions damage the church's witness and contradict their identity in Christ. The central message urges believers to prioritize the reputation of Christ over personal rights, suggesting that one can afford to be wronged when remembering their eternal status as sa...

This sermon explores the life of Daniel as a model for believers living in a hostile, non-Christian culture, emphasizing that God remains sovereign over earthly governments. The central message encourages the congregation to maintain joy and faith regardless of political outcomes, drawing on Daniel's example of declaring God's glory through personal conviction, dependence on divine wisdom, and the...

The sermon explores the contrast between Solomon's early wisdom and his later spiritual ruin, using 1 Kings 3 as a foundation for understanding the necessity of discerning good and evil according to God's nature. It argues that true wisdom involves rejecting self-will and selfish interest, which corrupt judgment and lead to the exchange of divine goodness for evil. By referencing the Queen of Sheb...

In this episode of Theology Central, we examine a Crosswalk article about handling church drama, focusing on its advice to pray for wisdom from James 1:5.

This sermon examines the doctrine of justification by closely analyzing Romans 3:24-28, emphasizing that righteousness is bestowed upon the believer rather than earned through human effort. The message distinguishes between being declared righteous and being made righteous, refuting the idea that salvation is a progressive work of human merit or a combination of faith and works. It highlights that...

"The Wisdom of the Soft Answer" 1. The Wisdom Enjoined 2. Our Need For It 3. Our Reception of It Scripture: Proverbs 15 Text: Proverbs 15:1 Songs:34D, 119F, 51C, 41A

Pastor Brian addresses the spiritual immaturity inherent in being easily offended, contrasting the 'works of the flesh' with the 'fruit of the Spirit' as outlined in Galatians 5. It argues that while believers are called to confront serious sin through the process of Matthew 18, they are commanded to overlook minor slights and annoyances through fervent love, which covers a multitude of sins. The...

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This sermon examines Proverbs 8:22-31, identifying the personified Wisdom as a clear anticipation of Jesus Christ, the agent of creation. The teaching addresses the theological controversy of Arianism, which misinterpreted this passage to claim Christ was a created being, and contrasts this error with the historic defense of Christ's deity by Athanasius at the Council of Nicaea. By distinguishing...

This sermon explores the immeasurable greatness of God's power as revealed in the resurrection and exaltation of Jesus Christ. It encourages believers to pray for spiritual wisdom and revelation, moving beyond doubt to a deeper understanding of God's character through His Word. The message highlights the richness of the believer's inheritance in Christ, urging the church to view their circumstance...

This sermon explores the theological paradox that God chooses to display His glory and defeat His enemies through the weakness and vulnerability of His people rather than human strength. By examining Psalm 8:2 and its fulfillment in Matthew 21, the message highlights how the spontaneous praise of children and the humble entry of Jesus demonstrate that divine power is perfected in human frailty. Th...

The sermon explores the theological foundation of marriage as an image of the gospel, emphasizing that Christian unions are designed for sanctification rather than mere happiness. It addresses the pastoral wisdom found in 1 Corinthians 7, guiding believers through the complexities of separation, divorce, and mixed-faith marriages. The message challenges both the cultural view of marriage as a cont...

How can we navigate a world filled with competing ideas, influences, and worldviews? In Proverbs 9, Solomon brings wisdom and foolishness face to face, revealing why biblical discernment requires looking beyond appearances to recognize the differences between two seemingly similar paths. Both Lady Wisdom and the foolish woman offer invitations to those seeking understanding, but their character, m...

Rev. Benjamin Wontrop's sermon on Ecclesiastes 12:1–8 (with 11:7–10) issues a solemn, Christ-centred call to remember the Creator while the opportunity remains. Solomon's vivid portrait of advancing age—darkened lights, trembling keepers, failing grinders, dimmed eyes, and the final return of dust to earth—depicts the increasing misery of life under the curse (WSC 19). Physical decline and eschato...