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Understanding Serpents, Part 5
Are you living a life of routine, going through the motions of faith without a deep, vibrant connection with God? In this powerful conclusion to the "Understanding Serpents" series, Apostle Shane Wall of The Feast of the Lord delivers a challenging and transformative message that will awaken your spirit.
So often, we treat our relationship with God like a checklist, but God is calling us to so much more. He desires a relationship where we are not just hearers of the Word, but doers. This sermon dives deep into the biblical mandate to be "wise as serpents," revealing how the strategic and swift nature of a serpent can teach us profound lessons about our walk with God.
To learn more about The Feast of the Lord, visit us online at www.orangeburgchurch.com
Here are the author's notes from this week's message:
Understanding Serpents Pt. 5
*- Just before Jesus sent His disciples out to minister, He gave them specific instructions:
Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.
Matthew 10:16 (KJV)
I, Wisdom [from God], make prudence my dwelling, and I find out knowledge and discretion.
Proverbs 8:12 AMPC
*- prudence: combines the ideas of mental quickness, strategic foresight, and the capacity to conceal motives.
21 My son, let them not escape from your sight, but keep sound and godly Wisdom and discretion,
22 And they will be life to your inner self, and a gracious ornament to your neck (your outer self).
23 Then you will walk in your way securely and in confident trust, and you shall not dash your foot or stumble.
*- God wants our confidence to be a result of our unwavering trust in Him, not in ourselves.
*- So, relax—because when we depend solely on God’s Word and His Holy Spirit, even the hidden obstacles along dark paths won’t cause us to trip or fall.
24 When you lie down, you shall not be afraid; yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet.
Proverbs 3:21-24 AMPC
The beginning of Wisdom is: get Wisdom (skillful and godly Wisdom)! [For skillful and godly Wisdom is the principal thing.] And with all you have gotten, get understanding (discernment, comprehension, and interpretation).
Proverbs 4:7 AMPC
But to man He said, Behold, the reverential and worshipful fear of the Lord–that is Wisdom; and to depart from evil is understanding.
Job 28:28 AMPC
*- It’s my worshipful fear of the Lord that drives my decision to live holy—intentionally avoiding the dangers and consequences of sin, just as serpents instinctively avoid perceived dangers.
A wise man is strong and is better than a strong man, and a man of knowledge increases and strengthens his power;
Proverbs 24:5 AMPC
*- Serpents may not be physically dominant, but their wisdom, discernment, accuracy, and speed make them undeniably powerful.
*- If we perceive a situation as “too much,” “huge,” or “insurmountable,” it’s only because we’ve forgotten the force of what God placed within us. When we operate in wisdom, discernment, precision, and Spirit-led speed, even massive challenges will flee.
*- Always respond quickly when God instructs you to—because your swift obedience strikes fear into demonic forces, just like a serpent’s speed startles even large, intimidating animals like horses.
Lifework Assignment: Ask God to give you wisdom, and ask the Holy Spirit to highlight the moments to you when you use wisdom and enjoy a favorable outcome.
Reflection Question: When was the last time I responded with godly wisdom instead of emotion, and what result did it produce that I might have otherwise missed?
Journaling Prompt: Describe a moment this week when you sensed the Holy Spirit guiding you with wisdom. What did you hear, sense, or do differently—and how did the outcome confirm that wisdom was at work?
Expected Behavior: We live in a world saturated with folly, carelessness, and hate. Because of this, we will continually pray for wisdom—so that, by being examples through our choices and visible actions, what is negative will flee and what is godly and good will thrive, in our lives and in the lives of others.
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Are you living a life of routine, going through the motions of faith without a deep, vibrant connection with God? In this powerful conclusion to the "Understanding Serpents" series, Apostle Shane Wall of The Feast of the Lord delivers a challenging and transformative message that will awaken your spirit.
So often, we treat our relationship with God like a checklist, but God is calling us to so much more. He desires a relationship where we are not just hearers of the Word, but doers. This sermon dives deep into the biblical mandate to be "wise as serpents," revealing how the strategic and swift nature of a serpent can teach us profound lessons about our walk with God.
To learn more about The Feast of the Lord, visit us online at www.orangeburgchurch.com
Here are the author's notes from this week's message:
Understanding Serpents Pt. 5
*- Just before Jesus sent His disciples out to minister, He gave them specific instructions:
Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.
Matthew 10:16 (KJV)
I, Wisdom [from God], make prudence my dwelling, and I find out knowledge and discretion.
Proverbs 8:12 AMPC
*- prudence: combines the ideas of mental quickness, strategic foresight, and the capacity to conceal motives.
21 My son, let them not escape from your sight, but keep sound and godly Wisdom and discretion,
22 And they will be life to your inner self, and a gracious ornament to your neck (your outer self).
23 Then you will walk in your way securely and in confident trust, and you shall not dash your foot or stumble.
*- God wants our confidence to be a result of our unwavering trust in Him, not in ourselves.
*- So, relax—because when we depend solely on God’s Word and His Holy Spirit, even the hidden obstacles along dark paths won’t cause us to trip or fall.
24 When you lie down, you shall not be afraid; yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet.
Proverbs 3:21-24 AMPC
The beginning of Wisdom is: get Wisdom (skillful and godly Wisdom)! [For skillful and godly Wisdom is the principal thing.] And with all you have gotten, get understanding (discernment, comprehension, and interpretation).
Proverbs 4:7 AMPC
But to man He said, Behold, the reverential and worshipful fear of the Lord–that is Wisdom; and to depart from evil is understanding.
Job 28:28 AMPC
*- It’s my worshipful fear of the Lord that drives my decision to live holy—intentionally avoiding the dangers and consequences of sin, just as serpents instinctively avoid perceived dangers.
A wise man is strong and is better than a strong man, and a man of knowledge increases and strengthens his power;
Proverbs 24:5 AMPC
*- Serpents may not be physically dominant, but their wisdom, discernment, accuracy, and speed make them undeniably powerful.
*- If we perceive a situation as “too much,” “huge,” or “insurmountable,” it’s only because we’ve forgotten the force of what God placed within us. When we operate in wisdom, discernment, precision, and Spirit-led speed, even massive challenges will flee.
*- Always respond quickly when God instructs you to—because your swift obedience strikes fear into demonic forces, just like a serpent’s speed startles even large, intimidating animals like horses.
Lifework Assignment: Ask God to give you wisdom, and ask the Holy Spirit to highlight the moments to you when you use wisdom and enjoy a favorable outcome.
Reflection Question: When was the last time I responded with godly wisdom instead of emotion, and what result did it produce that I might have otherwise missed?
Journaling Prompt: Describe a moment this week when you sensed the Holy Spirit guiding you with wisdom. What did you hear, sense, or do differently—and how did the outcome confirm that wisdom was at work?
Expected Behavior: We live in a world saturated with folly, carelessness, and hate. Because of this, we will continually pray for wisdom—so that, by being examples through our choices and visible actions, what is negative will flee and what is godly and good will thrive, in our lives and in the lives of others.