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How can a Christian become wise? Today we look at some of the sources of wisdom in the ancient world, and how God’s Word is the superior pathway to wisdom. We then talk about Solomon’s specific advice on how to become wise, which is a bit surprising!

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00:00 Introduction

02:20 Sources of Wisdom: Tradition

15:19 Sources of Wisdom: Experience and Observation

16:55 Sources of Wisdom: Correction

19:25 Sources of Wisdom: Elders and Teachers

21:26 Sources of Wisdom: God's Revelation

26:49 How to Get Wisdom: Proverbs 2

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Southern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook:   / southernviewchapel  Instagram:   / southernviewchapel  Twitter:   / official_svc  To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video:    • The Gospel

Southern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook:   / southernviewchapel  Instagram:   / southernviewchapel  Twitter:   / official_svc  To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video:    • The Gospel

In this episode of Biblical Christian Disciplines, we explore the vital role of discipline in evangelism. Our guest, John Carey, Deacon of the Evangelism Ministry at Indian Hills Community Church, shares insights on how consistent gospel outreach transforms lives—both for those sharing their faith and those hearing it.

We discuss:✅ What biblical evangelism really is (and how it differs from just sharing our story)✅ Practical guidance from Scripture on how to share the gospel effectively✅ Common obstacles that hinder Christians from evangelizing—and how to overcome them✅ The crucial role of prayer and dependence on the Holy Spirit in evangelism✅ How the church can equip and support believers in fulfilling the Great Commission

If you want to grow in gospel boldness and discipline, this episode is for you!

00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast01:17 Evangelism Stories05:52 Building Relationships Through Evangelism11:46 Personal Testimony vs the Gospel16:37 Common Obstacles Preventing Evangelism 18:54 Encouraging the Discouraged22:24 Prayer and the Holy Spirit in Evangelism

Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE.

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Southern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook:   / southernviewchapel  Instagram:   / southernviewchapel  Twitter:   / official_svc  To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video:    • The Gospel

Southern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook:   / southernviewchapel  Instagram:   / southernviewchapel  Twitter:   / official_svc  To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video:    • The Gospel

To read the review, visit https://tottministries.org/theology-t...Southern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook:   / southernviewchapel  Instagram:   / southernviewchapel  Twitter:   / official_svc  To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video:    • The Gospel  a member of Foundations Media - https://foundationsmedia.org/

Southern View Chapel is an independent Bible church in Springfield, IL, committed to handling the Scriptures accurately through the exegetical teaching of God's Word. To learn more about us, visit https://svchapel.org/ or follow us on social media:Facebook:   / southernviewchapel  Instagram:   / southernviewchapel  Twitter:   / official_svc  To learn about our hope in Jesus Christ, watch this short video:    • The Gospel