Displaying Christian Sermons by tag: proverbs
Watch BibleProject - Proverbs - Wisdom Ep. 2. In this episode, Tim and Jon talk about the ancient wisdom found in the book of Proverbs. The author of Proverbs is this incredible teacher who offers guidance for just about everything humans will encounter in their lives, but is it just a book of wisdom sayings that we can memorize and put on our walls? The guys will go on to explain that wisdom, and the Hebrew concept of “chokmah,” is much more than that.
John Hagee (September-16-2022) Daily Devotional: Proverbs 16:18 - Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
King Nebuchadnezzar had another dream, and Daniel was terrified to share this interpretation: Nebuchadnezzar would be driven away from society to live among the wild animals; he would eat grass and be drenched by heaven’s dew. Daniel pled with the king to renounce his sin and do what was right (Daniel 4).
Twelve months later, the king surveyed his domain from his palace roof. He said, “Is not this great Babylon, that I have built for a royal dwelling by my mighty power and for the honor of my majesty?” (Daniel 4:30). Immediately, a voice from heaven informed the king that he would lose his mind until he truly admitted that God was sovereign over all.
For seven years, Nebuchadnezzar roamed among the animals until his hair grew wild and his nails were like a bird’s claws. Finally, he lifted his eyes to acknowledge God. In Daniel 4:37, he abjectly confessed, “Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and extol and honor the King of heaven, all of whose works are truth, and His ways justice. And those who walk in pride He is able to put down.”
Pride and arrogance lead to strife and shame, but wisdom and honor reside in the humble. God will not share His glory with another. Let us give all honor and praise to the only One Who is worthy.
Today's Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. May you walk humbly with God all the days of your life and always give thanks to the Father of Lights for every good and perfect gift.
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - Isaiah 25:1-28:13
- New Testament - Galatians 3:8-22
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 61:1-8, Proverbs 23:17-18
Proverbs 31:8-9 - John Hagee Daily Devotional (September-14-2022). Open your mouth for the speechless, in the cause of all who are appointed to die. Open your mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy
Isn’t it time for believers everywhere to stand up, speak out, and push back against moral corruption?
Proverbs urges us to speak up for those who have no voice, for the desolate and defenseless. We are to speak out for justice and stand up for the poor and needy. I John 3:17 challenges us: if we have adequate means, we must share sacrificially with others. If we see another in need, and we shut our eyes – and our hearts – how can we say that God’s love is alive in us?
The Bible presents beautiful examples of God’s care for the outcasts on the margins of society. Boaz ordered his workers to deliberately drop grain so Ruth could gather enough food. The widow of Zarephath used the last of her flour and oil to make a cake for Elijah, and God provided for her family until the drought ended in Israel. Jesus healed ten lepers.
James, the brother of Jesus, declared that true, pure religion before God was to visit the orphans and the widows, to reach out to the homeless and unloved in their distress (James 1:27). We have been blessed to bless others. Where is the Lord asking you to stand up and speak up?
Today's Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. May you love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength. May you love your neighbor as yourself. Amen and amen.
Today's Bible Reading:
Old Testament: Isaiah 19:1-21:17
New Testament: Galatians 2:1-16
Psalms & Proverbs: Psalm 59:1-17; Proverbs 23:13-14
John Hagee (September-02-2022) Daily Devotional: Proverbs 18:10 - The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe
When troubles come, when doubts assail, to whom do you turn? Where is the first place you run?
Instead of our last resort, the Lord should always be our first resource. In unstable times – like those we currently face – His name is a strong tower. When we feel threatened, frightened, abandoned or alone, He offers His defense.
He promises to pull us close under the shadow of His wings and to cover us with His feathers (Psalm 91:4). What a beautiful picture of His fierce protection and faithful love. He alone is our refuge!
He encourages us to bring all of our burdens to Him. With His own strength, He will sustain and establish us so that we will be immovable and unshakeable (Psalm 55:22). We need not fear the uncertainty of the future.
Run to the Lord! Beat a direct path, a straight line, to His door. Do not stop to read a self-help book or hash it out with a couple of friends. Do not wait until the situation is so dire that sheer desperation drives you to Him.
At the first sign of trouble, sprint for safety. The door is open, and His arms are wide. When you rush to Him, He will lift you up and hold you securely. He will protect and carry you through every calamity.
Today's Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. May you dwell in the secret place of the Almighty to find the strength and confidence to fulfill His purposes.
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - Ecclesiastes 1:1-3:22
- New Testament - 2 Corinthians 6:1-13
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 46:1-11, Proverbs 22:15
John Hagee (July-28-2022) Daily Devotional: Proverbs 29:23 - A man’s pride will bring him low, but the humble in spirit will retain honor.
Cain’s pride brought him low and left him to wander the earth separated from all that he loved. Instead of humbly responding when God gently rebuked him, he chose a path that led to his downfall.
The story of Cain and Abel is one of the inward soul. When they brought their offerings before the Lord, Genesis tells us that God not only accepted Abel’s sacrifice, He respected him too. For Cain, though, God had no respect, and He rejected his offering. No matter how much you bring to God, He will not be impressed by the gift until He has your heart. What He wants is you!
Cain’s pride was evident in his actions – his jealousy, anger, refusal to repent, the murder of his brother, and his lie to hide it from God. Pride pits people against one another. Like a boa constrictor, it squeezes life from the relationships that it infects.
Pride never tires of broadcasting its own accomplishments. It never fails to exert its superiority. Pride flexes its muscle at the expense of another. Arrogance and self-importance lock arms with pride. It finds its roots deep in self-idolatry.
Like Cain, does pride lurk in your heart? Is it alive in your speech? Is it choking out your relationships and alienating the people you love? Humble yourself before the Lord before pride brings you low.
Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. As you humble yourself before God, may He beautify you with salvation, increase your joy, justify and exalt you.
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - 2 Chronicles 21:1-23:21
- New Testament - Romans 11:13-36
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 22:1-18, Proverbs 20:7
John Hagee (June-24-2022) Daily Devotional: Proverbs 22:6 - Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.
If we point our children in the direction of the cross, when they grow up, they will not be lost. Parents, we have a part to play in this principle!
We must prioritize our children and practice Godly balance in our homes. They are gifts, not inconveniences. No matter what life throws their way, our children need to live with the assurance that we will be there for them.
We must encourage our children and celebrate the uniqueness God placed in each of them. We must help them identify their strengths, develop their abilities, and work through their shortcomings. Remind them that, in God’s hands, they are masterpieces-in-the-making!
We must value our children equally – no playing favorites. God has a plan for each young life in our homes. Our own natural aversions or appreciation towards certain traits should never taint our attitudes or actions towards these impressionable ones.
We must nurture our children. In the same way, we ascertain that they eat healthy foods, get plenty of exercise and sleep, we must nurture their growth in the Lord. Feed them a steady diet of His Word. Teach them to exercise their faith. Surround them with the security of His love.
How we train today will determine how they live tomorrow.
Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. May our Heavenly Father equip you with every tool to train up your children in His ways. Be led by Him as you lead them into all truth.
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - 2 Kings 6:1-7:20
- New Testament - Acts 15:32-16:15
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 142:1-7, Proverbs 17:24-25
John Hagee (June-19-2022) Daily Devotional: Proverbs 20:7 - The righteous man walks in his integrity; his children are blessed after him.
Today, we honor the fathers in our lives! Before Batman ever made an appearance, many of us believed that our dads possessed super powers.
In the spirit of giving due honor, here’s to the dads who are passionate about pursuing Jesus and have made Him the priority of their lives. They embrace their position as spiritual head of their home and earnestly seek the will of their heavenly Father.
Here’s to the dads who realize that honoring their wives – second only to the Lord – is the best gift that they can give their children. They work diligently to provide for their families and intentionally create a safe space where their wives and children are liberated to become who God created them to be.
Here’s to the dads who are present and positive participants in their children’s lives. They train their children to love and obey Jesus, take them to church, and speak blessings into their futures. They chase down fly balls, dress up for daddy-daughter dances, and tell all the corny jokes.
Great dads can be found roughhousing in the backyard, cheering from the bleachers, tutoring at the kitchen table, helping a neighbor change a tire, holding his wife while she cries, raising his hands in worship – and a thousand other places. They may not be our last heroes, but they were certainly our first. Here’s to all the dads!
Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. May the Lord give you the desires of your heart and make all your plans succeed as you walk in the power of His might. Amen and amen.
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - 1 Kings 20:1-21:29
- New Testament - Acts 12:24-13:15
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 137:1-9, Proverbs 17:16
John Hagee (June-08-2022) Daily Devotional: Proverbs 27:6 - Faithful are the wounds of a friend, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
When Naaman could not hide his leprosy anymore, he confided directly in his boss, the king of Syria (2 Kings 5).
The king was anxious at how Naaman’s revelation impacted himself. What if his enemies discovered that his star general was in a weakened condition and set out to attack them? When Naaman told his wife, she must have been frightened for the future. What would become of the comfortable life to which she was accustomed?
Sometimes, we believe that concealing our sin is the best plan for ourselves and those that our confession might impact, but those who hide their sins never prosper. Unconfessed sin eats away at our souls and infects the very ones we hope to protect. Only those who confess to obtain mercy (Proverbs 28:13).
Gladly embrace the wise counsel of a trusted friend over the acquaintance who comforts with what-we-want-to-hear platitudes. A true friend will correct out of love; it may wound us in the short term but works for our greater good. The one who kisses and compliments may be motivated by a hidden agenda and has no concern for our welfare.
Seek out a trustworthy envoy who will pray and speak the truth of God – even if it stings – to bring about the healing that leads to forgiveness and life.
Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. Acknowledge your sins and confess them to the Father. He is a Faithful Friend who forgives and cleanses you from all unrighteousness.
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - 1 Kings 3:3-4:34
- New Testament - Acts 6:1-15
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 126:1-6, Proverbs 16:26-27
John Hagee (May-09-2022) Daily Devotional: Proverbs 18:10 - The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
Throughout the Bible, names are often linked with the purposes of God. Abraham means father of multitudes. Eve was the mother of all who were living. God renamed Jacob, the deceiver, to become Israel, he who prevails with God.
When Moses asked God Whom he should tell the Israelites had sent him to deliver them, God responded, “I AM.” Day after day, He revealed more of Himself through miraculous exploits.
The current situation has driven us into our homes and to our knees. He is revealing Himself as Jehovah Shammah, the Lord Who is there.
When difficult circumstances drive us to our knees, He reveals Himself as Jehovah Shammah, the Lord Who is there.
When anxiety threatens to overwhelm, He is Jehovah Shalom, our Peace. He calms every fear and fills us with a peace that guards our hearts and minds.
Greater than any virus, sickness or disease, He is Jehovah Rophe, the God Who heals us. The stripes on Jesus’ back purchased our healing.
He is Jehovah Nissi, the Banner over us. When we align ourselves with God, we fight under His banner and with His help. The battle already belongs to Him!
There is a name above every other name. That name is Jesus! Call on Him in the day of trouble, and He will answer and deliver.
Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. Jesus watches over you. Declare His name as the banner that will lead you to victory!
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - 1 Samuel 5:1-7:17
- New Testament - John 6:1-21
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 106:13-31, Proverbs 14:32-33
John Hagee (May-08-2022) Daily Devotional: Proverbs 31:25 - Strength and honor are her clothing…
On Mother’s Day, let us honor the ladies in our lives! Whether a mother or daughter, a wife or single, a stay-at-home mom or a career woman, you are precious in the sight of God and a marvelous part of His plan.
Throughout the Bible, God uses women to accomplish His purposes. Graceful Abigail saved her foolish husband with her intelligence and hospitality. Risking her own life, courageous Esther rescued her fellow Jews from certain death. Deborah – a prophetess, poet, and warrior – served as a judge in Israel.
In the New Testament, Anna, the prophetess, served the Lord ceaselessly in the Temple. Successful businesswoman, Lydia, was the first recorded Christian convert in Europe. Paul entrusted Pheobe, a deaconess in the church at Cenchrea, to carry his letter to the Romans.
Jesus emphasized the worth of women. He healed them–the woman with the issue of blood and Jairus’ daughter who was presumed dead. He defended them when He rebuked those who criticized Mary for anointing His feet with expensive perfume. He delivered them; Mary Magdalene’s life changed forever when He cast out seven demons. He provided for them; from the Cross, He charged John to care for His mother.
On this day, we celebrate the dignity, intelligence, virtue, and Godly influence of the women in our lives. We rise up to call them blessed. In the immortal words of Solomon, “You are altogether beautiful…” (Song of Songs 4:7).
Blessing: May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you and give you His peace. May every daughter of the Most High experience the smile of her Father today. Walk in His favor and light.
Today's Bible Reading:
- Old Testament - 1 Samuel 2:22-4:22
- New Testament - John 5:24-47
- Psalms & Proverbs - Psalm 106:1-12, Proverbs 14:30-31
