The Proverbs of Israel are wide-ranging in their subject matter, but there are several frequent themes. If we want to live purposeful, meaningful, righteous lives, what kind of rules might we glean from this ancient wisdom?
(Preaching through the wisdom literature of Israel. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on May 18, 2025.)
The stated intent of the book of Proverbs is to provide wisdom and insight to the reader. How does Proverbs specifically, and the Wisdom literature of Israel more generally, help the reader approach life more wisely? What are the key components of wisdom, and how can we avoid the pitfalls of being “simpleminded”?
(Preaching through Proverbs. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on May 11, 2025.)
If you are going to study money in the Bible, there is probably no greater character to look at than King Solomon. What did he say about money, and what can we learn from his wisdom and folly?
(Preaching on money in the Bible. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on June 2, 2019.)
The wisest man who ever lived had a lot to say about mothers. What can we learn about the role and work of mothers from the ancient wisdom of Proverbs?
(This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on May 14, 2017.)
What is self-control, and why does it matter? What makes self-control as a “fruit of the Spirit” different from the self-control of the non-Christian? How can I develop self-control?
(This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on October 9, 2016.)
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