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Wisdom: Only Through The Grace of God
Sermon by Mark SchindlerBrethren, the wisdom of God is a profound gift, as seen in the life of Solomon, who was granted this divine insight by the grace of God. In I Kings 3, we witness God's pleasure at Solomon's request for wisdom, a gift intended to guide him in fulfilling God's purpose. The people revered Solomon for this discernment, as shown in the account of the two women claiming the same child, where God's wisdom shone through him, inspiring awe among the people. Yet, Solomon's journey reveals a critical lesson. Despite being the beloved of God, named Jedidiah, and chosen by His sovereign grace, Solomon's convictions wavered. His focus shifted from the Giver to the gift itself, leading him astray from the path laid out by his father David and by God Himself. He failed to adhere to the instructions to study and live by the law as written in Deuteronomy, which was to be the foundation of his relationship with God. This lapse allowed vanity to guide his life, turning him toward the ways of the world rather than strengthening his bond with the Creator. The wisdom recorded in Solomon's writings, such as Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, remains valuable, offering practical guidance for daily life. However, Solomon's story teaches us that even the greatest gifts from God can be squandered if we lose sight of the Source. Had he remained dedicated to God's purpose, keeping the truth of His grace ever before him, how much more could have been his as the beloved of God? We, too, are the called out and beloved of God. Every aspect of our lives must reflect the understanding that all we have and are is by His grace, given to enable us to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to Him. Let us live with the constant awareness that His gifts are not ours to claim, but tools for His purpose, bestowed freely out of His boundless mercy.
Christ Our Wisdom
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsRegardless of knowledge, true wisdom can only be attained through the fear of the Lord and keeping His Commandments through the power of His Holy Spirit.
How Big Is God?
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWe must not have a one-dimensional perspective of God. Our puny minds can only grasp a tiny sliver of what God really is.
The Fear of God
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughMany have inadvertently adopted a soft concept of God, disrespecting and showing contempt for God's authority and power. Godly fear is a gift of wisdom.

Living By Faith and God's Sovereignty
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughSome may doubt that God is in control, but God's sovereignty over His creation is complete. The course of world events are moving according to His will.
Habakkuk: God's Power and Patience
Sermonette by James BeaubelleGod has expressed infinite patience with Jacob's rebellious children, but He has also put a time limit on their tolerance and craving for lawlessness.
Teaching Us To Think (Part Three): Proving God's Will
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAs God tests His people, He desires that they test and prove His Laws to demonstrate that they invariably work, to prove these principles by following them.
God Works In Marvelous Ways (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's highest goal is not salvation, but sanctification into godly character, leading to membership in His family as co-rulers with Jesus Christ.
Works of God
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe idea that the 'work of God' is equated with 'preaching the gospel around the world as a witness' severely limits the awesome scope of God's work.
Using God's Given Authority
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod has gifted all His called-out ones, expecting them to use those gifts with the pillars of godly wisdom for the edification of the Body of Christ.
The Priesthood of God (Part Ten) Conclusion
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)As future priests, we are going to be given rigorous, hands-on jobs to teach people righteousness and holiness, distinguishing between the sacred and profane.
The Sovereignty of God (Part Eleven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughUnderstanding God's sovereignty as a basic doctrine provides a link between knowledge and practice, as well as providing motivation to yield to God's purpose.
One Nation Under God (Part Two)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe need to follow Nehemiah's example in submitting to God, focusing on the right goals, having wisdom in handling complex situations, and having courage.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Twenty-Eight)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Wisdom does not give us complete understanding into the ultimate purposes of God, but when accompanied with faith in God, it will brighten our countenance.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God wants us to use wisdom to change ourselves, humbly replacing our perspective with His perspective. God gives wisdom as a component of His grace.
Who Do You Trust? (Part Two)
Sermon by Mark SchindlerCarnal men prove themselves to be dangerous, hopeless fools when not equipped with the wisdom of God, made possible only with his Holy Spirit.
That No Flesh Should Glory
Sermon by Mark SchindlerHaving God's spiritual gifts should not incline us to exercise any measure of pride because we have nothing that has not been given to us by God.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Ecclesiastes is perhaps the most practical book in the Old Testament, providing overviews of life-guiding advice, essentially a roadmap through the maze.
Psalms: Book Four (Part One)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughOnly 18 psalms—11.3%—apply to the fall holy days. Book IV of the Psalms align with Numbers in the Torah or Pentateuch, and Ecclesiastes in the Megilloth.