Playlist: Wisdom, Sum of Many Virtues (topic)

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The Christian Walk (Part Three): In Wisdom

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Wisdom, as presented here, emerges as the practical culmination of many other virtues rather than a single isolated quality. The discussion begins with the concept of accuracy—defined as exactness achieved through careful planning, understanding of variables, and disciplined execution toward a predetermined goal. Human …


Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Twenty)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Wisdom, as presented in this exposition of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, is not an abstract philosophical concept but a deliberately cultivated, practical skill for living God's way of life. Proverbs 4:7 establishes wisdom as of the highest rank among all qualities to be pursued, its very spelling ("principal") pointing to …


Get Understanding

Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh

If we ask God for wisdom, we will also need to be ready to work to achieve it. Good results do not just magically happen; 'some assembly' is required.


Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Sixteen)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Ecclesiastes 1-6 contains an indictment of materialism. The only lasting fulfillment comes from establishing and maintaining a relationship with God.


Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Seventeen)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Wisdom can be defined as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to the right measure. Wisdom is not given as a whole, but incrementally.


Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Eighteen)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

We accept most of our opinions, prejudices, and beliefs unconsciously. We must scrutinize our own beliefs through the principles of God's Holy Scriptures.


Faith and the Christian Fight (Part Three)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

God is pleased to save those who humble themselves, allowing Him to perform a mighty work through them, and putting everyone in debt to Him.