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Wisdom is calling, but are we listening? In Proverbs 8:1–11, Solomon presents wisdom as a voice that actively seeks our attention, offering God's perspective for the decisions we face every day. Wisdom is not reserved for the educated, the spiritually mature, or a select few. It calls to everyone, offering guidance in our relationships, finances, families, and daily lives. Yet wisdom is often ignored, not because it is unavailable, but because we fail to listen, diligently seek it, and value God's instruction above our own desires.

1. Knowledge; 2. Finance; 3. Qualifications.

The way of true riches is to truly wait for God's reward on your spiritual investment. Be Rich Within and Forever.

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17–18 Sermon: "A Minister's Due Wages (Biblical Church Finance: Part 6)" Speaker: Pastor Sam Lee Date: October 18, 2026

What if the key to a life overflowing with blessing is not talent, wealth, or popularity, but something far more accessible to every one of us? Drawing from Proverbs 28, verses 19 and 20, Pastor Jeremy Martinez explores the powerful and often overlooked principle that faithfulness and blessing are inseparably linked. The man who tills his land, who shows up day after day and tends to what God has placed before him, finds plenty. This is not just agricultural wisdom. It is a spiritual truth that applies to our marriages, our parenting, our finances, our witness, and our walk with God. We are reminded that faithfulness is not glamorous, but it is prosperous. Whether we are raising children, stewarding our finances, or simply opening our Bibles each morning, the consistent and steady practice of doing the next right thing accumulates into something remarkable over time. The ancient example of Joseph, faithful in a pit, faithful in a palace, faithful in a prison, shows us that God honors those who remain steady regardless of their circumstances. If we have grown weary of doing the small things, this message calls us back to the beauty and the reward of simply staying the course.

The Great Commission is Christ's gracious call to share in His work of making disciples. In Matthew 28:16–20, the risen Jesus meets imperfect followers, entrusts them with a worldwide mission, and assures them of His unfailing presence. Our confidence rests in the Savior who sends us. First, come to Jesus with worship and doubts. The disciples worshiped even as some hesitated. We, too, may bring our questions, fears, and failures to Him. Through prayer, Scripture, and Christian fellowship, trembling faith grows stronger. We need not wait for every uncertainty to disappear before obeying. Second, bow to Jesus as Lord of all. His authority extends over every part of life, including our relationships, finances, ambitions, and hidden struggles. The Savior who forgives us also calls us to surrender. His gracious rule gives us courage amid opposition. Third, go for Jesus and make disciples. Every believer has a part in sharing the gospel, welcoming others, and helping them learn obedience to Christ. This requires patient relationships, truthful teaching, and love that crosses cultural and personal boundaries. We speak faithfully while trusting God to awaken faith. Finally, walk with Jesus in confident faith. His presence does not spare us every hardship, but it sustains us through them all. We plant and water; God gives the growth. A church's calling reaches beyond preserving buildings or maintaining activities. Having received Christ's mercy, we carry His gospel to others. Ask Him for one person to love, encourage, and disciple. Then take the next step with Him.

Genesis 2:15 — Is work a curse? No. A biblical work ethic starts in the garden, before sin, and it's how God usually provides for us. This family integrated church Sunday school lesson answers the question "what does the Bible say about work?" Last week we learned it all belongs to God. This week we learn how God usually puts it in our hands: He gives us work. The lesson shows from Scripture that work was God's idea before sin, that the ground was cursed and not the work, and that a biblical work ethic protects us, provides for our families, and gives us something to share. If you've ever thought of work as a punishment from the fall, this lesson will change that. It speaks to fathers and mothers, to young people working through chores and schoolwork, and to anyone wondering why a full day of honest work is a blessing. Children participate throughout, reading Scripture aloud and joining an object lesson on the difference between talking about work and actually doing it. The lesson walks through Genesis 2 and 3, Ezekiel 16, Exodus 20, Proverbs 14, Colossians 3, 2 Thessalonians 3 and Ephesians 4, explaining: - Why work was God's good design before the fall (Genesis 2:15) - Why God cursed the ground, not the work (Genesis 3:17-19) - How hard work protects us from "fullness of bread" and "abundance of idleness" (Ezekiel 16:49) - What God's six-day pattern teaches about laziness and overwork (Exodus 20:9) - Why a willingness to work is a heart check for children and for marriage - What "profit" means in Proverbs 14:23, and why talk leads only to penury - Why we work heartily, as to the Lord (Colossians 3:23) - Paul's example, difference between "could not" and "would not"

Another week is in the books. Here's a sample of what was presented as Jim brought you another week of stories for you to ponder from a Christian perspective: --A 16 year old suspect killed 3 children and a teacher before being fatally shot by a witness at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon. --Last Friday, bomb threats were phoned in to two Brooklyn Jewish day schools just minutes apart according to the N.Y.P.D., however, they were later determined to be hoaxes. --Staffers for Representative Ilhan Omar reportedly assisted her in changing her birth date on official records shortly after she began her first term in the U.S. House according to a New York Post report. --Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, has confirmed that her office has opened an investigation into Omar's finances, separate from the immigration related investigation currently being carried out by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security. --One of the largest fraud scandals in Minnesota may involve the family of Ilhan Omar. Omar's sister used the address of a woman who was business partners with several major convicts in the Feeding our Futures scandal, a Daily Wire investigation found. --Multiple relatives of Ilhan Omar received grand jury subpoenas, part of the ongoing criminal investigation into her family's history for evidence of possible fraud and false statements in their immigration paperwork. --President Donald Trump's administration is looking to build a case to strip Omar of her citizenship. --The FBI is investigating mail containing unknown substances sent to the Senate and state election authorities this week, ahead of the mid-terms.

The Credibility Trap: Debt, Deficits, and the Pivot Toward State Control. We are joined by David McAlvany (CEO, The McAlvany Financial Group). Topics discussed include: Is Inflation Really Under Control? The Global Debt Spiral & Bond Market Verdict. Navigating the Week's Economic Data & Market Disconnect. AI Bubbles, Corporate Bailouts & The March Toward State Control.

The devotional addresses the biblical mandate for giving by examining the warning against covetousness found in Luke 12. It distinguishes between prudent financial planning and the sinful accumulation of wealth, emphasizing that believers must be rich toward God rather than hoarding resources. The speaker encourages a posture of generosity, suggesting that tithing and offerings are foundational acts of honoring God with one's substance. By sharing personal experiences of financial struggle and divine provision, the message illustrates that God meets the needs of those who trust Him, contrasting this with the consequences of robbing God of His due. The central call is to view finances as a stewardship responsibility, investing in eternal purposes and local ministry rather than building one's life around unstable material security.