The Christ Shaped Life

Wisdom in Trials and Suffering

This sermon looks as passages from the book of Proverbs, Job and James. God uses all of the challenges, trials, troubles and difficulties to help us grow into mature believers. His great love for us guides and protects us. Series: Walking in Wisdom Speaker: Karl Bowden Scripture: Proverbs 3:11-12, James 1:2-4, Job 1:20-22

Wisdom and Work

This sermon explores the high value of work. Work was created by God before the fall of man into sin. God worked in creating. We have the opportunity to work and to glorify God in our work. Scripture also describes the state of laziness in a person who refuses to work. We will find fulfillment … Continue reading Wisdom and Work → [https://www.ecityemc.org/resources/podcast/wisdom-and-work/]

Wise Words

This sermon explores the immense power of our words to wound and destroy, as well as to heal and build up. It calls us to model our speech after Jesus, the perfect Word, so that our tongues reflect God’s heart and leave a legacy of life. Series: Walking in Wisdom Speaker: Sean Scribner Scripture: Proverbs … Continue reading Wise Words → [https://www.ecityemc.org/resources/podcast/wise-words/]

The Foundation of Wisdom

True knowledge—real wisdom for becoming street-smart in a godly way—is only found in the humble, honest, and reverent fear of God, who has given us his word, which points us to Christ. Series: Walking in Wisdom Speaker: Sean Scribner Scripture: Proverbs 1:7

When the Glory Comes Down

The story of the dedication of Solomon’s temple teaches us that without the presence of God, the building means nothing. His presence is manifest in right worship, and his glory propels his people out. The Holy Spirit is the Father’s gift through the Son to all of his children to be his personal presence and … Continue reading When the Glory Comes Down → [https://www.ecityemc.org/resources/podcast/when-the-glory-comes-down/]