Over the past several weeks, we’ve learned what (and who) it takes to gain real wisdom. With these key principles in place, we can do whatever we want!

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Key Verses: 1 Peter 3:14, 2 Timothy 3:16–17, James 1:5–8, Proverbs 15:22, Proverbs 3:5–7, Proverbs 9:10, Psalm 37:4–5

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Wise choices don’t always feel good in the moment. In fact, it can cost a lot to follow God, but in the end it is always worth it!

tough decisions, sacrifice, cost of following God, obedience, worth it, perseverance

Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 15:58, 1 Peter 2:19–25, 1 Peter 3:14–18, 2 Timothy 3:12–13, Acts 5:40–41, Galatians 5:22–25, James 4:2–3, Mark 8:31–37

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The wise are faithful, available and teachable. Humbly relating to others – listening, learning and following leadership – is the key here.

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There are some specific ways God wants us to live regarding our attitudes, appetites, habits, and relationships that are essential to living wisely.

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Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 6:19–20, 1 Timothy 4:8, 2 Peter 1:3–10, Colossians 3:22–25, Ephesians 4:31–32, James 1:5–8, Luke 16:10, Micah 6:8, Proverbs 3:9–10, Proverbs 9:10

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Wisdom begins with establishing a personal relationship with Jesus, and becoming one of His “sheep” is the place to start. Followers have been given the Holy Spirit and God’s Word as our new operating system.

relationship with Jesus, Holy Spirit, God's Word, salvation, source of wisdom, sheep

Key Verses: Ephesians 5:15–20, Matthew 7:21–27, Romans 12:1–2

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This message will hopefully create a compelling picture of the impact of not pursuing wisdom. It isn’t that wisdom isn’t available, it’s just that we often don’t look for or want it.

foolish, ignoring wisdom, consequences, not seeking wisdom, self-deception

Key Verses: Acts 7:9–10, Genesis 50:20, Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 3:5–7, Psalm 90:10

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Every day you and I are faced with decisions to make. Some seem relatively small and others monumental. Over time we discover that some of the small ones had big-time ramifications we didn’t anticipate and the larger ones less so. At the end of the day, good decision-making is the result of latching onto a wise process. This wise decision-making process is one that can be employed regardless of the “size” or perceived importance of the possible choices. All of us have made dumb choices that we later regret. This new series will help reduce the poor decisions and increase the wise ones!

We’ll look at an important passage from 1 Corinthians about how we are called to share the gospel through both our words and actions. Our mindset in this is key, because it's not something we 'have' to do, but something we 'get' to do. When we're able to channel our enthusiasm for Jesus and love for all people with this mindset, it can be very contagious!

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Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 9:19, 2 Corinthians 5:17–20, 2 Corinthians 5:17–21, Mark 2:16-17, Psalm 139:23–24

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The challenges of the past 24 months have led us to adapt and rethink some things. This has opened doors to new forms of communication, entertainment, employment, and more. It has also created the temptation for us to give in to convenience and comfort. As Jesus’ church, we need to adapt to our changing circumstances without jettisoning our calling and God-given priorities. Today, we want to remember what we’ve been created for and deliberately set our hearts and minds to move forward individually and as His church.

post-pandemic, adapt, church, community, mission, calling

Key Verses: 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Acts 2:42, Acts 2:42–47, Colossians 4:2–6, Hebrews 10:24–25

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Relationships are hard but worth the sacrifice. When we accept Christ, God resets our relationship with Him. God’s example of sacrifice provides us with a reusable model for establishing deep and lasting relationships in our own lives.

John Flowers, reset relationships, sacrifice

Key Verses: 1 John 4:20, Ephesians 5:25, Genesis 3:8-11, Genesis 4:25, John 15:5-8, Matthew 22:36-40, Micah 7:19, Psalm 103:11-12, Romans 3:23-24

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