In Week Two of a series called "Stoopid," speaker Derrick Milner emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom from God and making Him the top priority in our lives. He begins by referencing the book of Proverbs, written by the wise King Solomon, which offers practical advice and wisdom. Last week, Milner discussed how "dumb friends are dangerous" and how we can either lead our friends toward better decisions or choose to leave those friendships, as Proverbs 13:20 warns that "a companion of fools suffers harm."

Milner then provides examples from Proverbs, cautioning against a "big mouth" that leads to gossip and trouble, as well as laziness, which Proverbs 6:9-11 says leads to poverty. He shares a personal anecdote about struggling to wake up early, acknowledging how easy it is to fall into lazy habits. He stresses that while small actions like sleeping in aren't inherently bad, if they become a daily habit, they can lead to negative consequences. Milner introduces the central theme of his message from Proverbs 11:27: "The one who searches for what is good seeks favor, but if someone looks for trouble, it will come to him." He explains that everyone is searching for something, whether it be a thing, a person, or a place. However, the order of our priorities matters.

Milner uses the story of Ananias and his wife from the book of Acts to illustrate this point. The couple, who sold a piece of land, kept a portion of the money for themselves, and lied about it to the apostles, were struck dead by God. Milner explains that it wasn't the act of keeping the money that was the problem, but their lack of trust in God. They prioritized themselves first and God second. Milner concludes by highlighting Matthew 6:33, which says, "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you." He challenges the audience to search for God through prayer, studying the Bible, and obedience, such as through baptism and evangelism. He states that if we don't put God first, we might as well be putting him last because nothing else will truly matter.