Wisdom for the Heart

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Why does God allow hardship even in the lives of the faithful? That question echoes through the opening chapter of Joseph’s story. At just seventeen, Joseph is thrust into betrayal, slavery, and heartbreak—but none of it is wasted.

In this episode, Stephen Davey unpacks the incredible events of Genesis 37. You’ll meet a teenage boy with a deep moral compass and a set of dreams that spark intense jealousy in his brothers. Joseph’s father favors him. His brothers envy him. And their envy leads to a plot that changes Joseph’s life forever.

You’ll also discover how Joseph’s story is more than history—it’s a roadmap for your own walk with God. Stephen draws out lessons from Joseph’s character, his father Jacob’s passivity, and the bitterness that grew in his brothers’ hearts. Most of all, you’ll see that even when God’s blessings seem far away, His purpose is right on time.

Whether you’re in a season of waiting, struggling with family wounds, or wondering where God is in your pain, this episode will offer hope and insight. Joseph’s story is proof that purity is possible, bitterness can be resisted, and God’s plan always moves forward—even in the pit.

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What does your giving say about your heart? In this message titled What We Give Away, Stephen Davey explores the final promise believers make to their local church: the promise to financially support it through faithful, cheerful, and sacrificial stewardship.

Drawing from passages like 2 Corinthians 8–9, Stephen shows that giving isn’t about obligation—it’s an act of worship and trust. From a child placing his necktie in the offering plate to the joyful generosity of churches in deep poverty, the examples he shares are both humorous and humbling.

Faithfulness means you give consistently. Cheerfulness means you give joyfully. Sacrifice means you give even when it costs you. And it’s all rooted in one key truth: God owns everything—you’re just managing His resources.

You’ll be challenged to evaluate your giving patterns, confront your assumptions, and rediscover the joy of supporting gospel work. This isn’t about guilt—it’s about growth. This message will inspire you to steward what you have for what truly lasts.

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What does your giving say about your heart? In this message titled What We Give Away, Stephen Davey explores the final promise believers make to their local church: the promise to financially support it through faithful, cheerful, and sacrificial stewardship.

Drawing from passages like 2 Corinthians 8–9, Stephen shows that giving isn’t about obligation—it’s an act of worship and trust. From a child placing his necktie in the offering plate to the joyful generosity of churches in deep poverty, the examples he shares are both humorous and humbling.

Faithfulness means you give consistently. Cheerfulness means you give joyfully. Sacrifice means you give even when it costs you. And it’s all rooted in one key truth: God owns everything—you’re just managing His resources.

You’ll be challenged to evaluate your giving patterns, confront your assumptions, and rediscover the joy of supporting gospel work. This isn’t about guilt—it’s about growth. This message will inspire you to steward what you have for what truly lasts.

We want to translate Stephen's through the Bible teaching series - The Wisdom Journey - into 10 new languages next year. Your support makes that possible.

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What happens when someone in the church refuses to repent? Is it loving to confront them; or should we just stay quiet? In this sobering episode, Stephen Davey explains the biblical framework for church discipline and the holy obligation members have to one another in matters of sin and accountability.

Using passages from 1 Corinthians, Titus, Galatians, and 3 John, Stephen traces how church discipline is a spiritual act of love, not judgmentalism. He highlights the difference between discipling the willing and disciplining the defiant. You’ll hear what happened when one early church member, Diotrephes, abused his power and divided the church.

Stephen also answers tough questions about judging others, when discipline is necessary, and how to respond with grace and truth. Whether dealing with doctrinal error, divisive behavior, or moral failure, the goal is always repentance, restoration, and the health of the body.

Church discipline isn’t easy, but it’s essential. Without it, churches drift. With it, they grow stronger. This message will equip you to understand, embrace, and uphold a practice many fear, but Scripture clearly commands.

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What happens when someone in the church refuses to repent? Is it loving to confront them; or should we just stay quiet? In this sobering episode, Stephen Davey explains the biblical framework for church discipline and the holy obligation members have to one another in matters of sin and accountability.

Using passages from 1 Corinthians, Titus, Galatians, and 3 John, Stephen traces how church discipline is a spiritual act of love, not judgmentalism. He highlights the difference between discipling the willing and disciplining the defiant. You’ll hear what happened when one early church member, Diotrephes, abused his power and divided the church.

Stephen also answers tough questions about judging others, when discipline is necessary, and how to respond with grace and truth. Whether dealing with doctrinal error, divisive behavior, or moral failure, the goal is always repentance, restoration, and the health of the body.

Church discipline isn’t easy, but it’s essential. Without it, churches drift. With it, they grow stronger. This message will equip you to understand, embrace, and uphold a practice many fear, but Scripture clearly commands.

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How do believers from every background, personality, and preference truly get along? In this message from Ephesians 4:1–6, Stephen Davey explores the attitudes that hold the church together in a world full of division.

Unity in the church isn’t based on uniformity—it’s not about everyone looking the same or thinking alike. Instead, it’s rooted in humility, gentleness, patience, and grace. Stephen walks through Paul’s practical teaching on how to preserve unity, rather than break it, and offers a powerful reminder that spiritual harmony doesn’t happen automatically—it’s protected through intentional, Spirit-led effort.

You’ll learn how humility quiets pride, how patience responds in love, and how grace empowers you to forgive. You’ll also be reminded that unity is one of the most powerful witnesses of the gospel to a watching world.

This episode challenges every believer to make the church a place of peace—not preference. A place of joy—not judgment. And a place where people of all kinds not only worship Christ together, but treat each other as family.

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How do believers from every background, personality, and preference truly get along? In this message from Ephesians 4:1–6, Stephen Davey explores the attitudes that hold the church together in a world full of division.

Unity in the church isn’t based on uniformity—it’s not about everyone looking the same or thinking alike. Instead, it’s rooted in humility, gentleness, patience, and grace. Stephen walks through Paul’s practical teaching on how to preserve unity, rather than break it, and offers a powerful reminder that spiritual harmony doesn’t happen automatically—it’s protected through intentional, Spirit-led effort.

You’ll learn how humility quiets pride, how patience responds in love, and how grace empowers you to forgive. You’ll also be reminded that unity is one of the most powerful witnesses of the gospel to a watching world.

This episode challenges every believer to make the church a place of peace—not preference. A place of joy—not judgment. And a place where people of all kinds not only worship Christ together, but treat each other as family.

We want to translate Stephen's through the Bible teaching series - The Wisdom Journey - into 10 new languages next year. Your support makes that possible.

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Why does your church need you? And why do you need your church? In this heartfelt episode, Stephen Davey explains two powerful promises every church member makes; not just to God, but to each other.

From cheering one another on to carrying each other’s burdens, this message explores what it means to belong to the body of Christ. The church isn’t a social club or spiritual event. It’s a family. A body. A calling. And belonging to a church means accepting the joy, inconvenience, change, and sacrifice that come with genuine love.

Stephen walks through Hebrews 10 and other New Testament passages to show that true fellowship means more than just showing up—it means stepping in. He reminds us that spiritual growth thrives in the context of shared worship, selfless service, and active encouragement.

Whether you’re setting up chairs, mentoring teens, or just being present in worship, you’re part of something sacred. This episode will challenge and encourage you to recommit to your church family—not for recognition, but because God is pleased.

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What really sets Christians apart from the rest of the world? In this compelling episode, Stephen Davey launches into the first three “holy promises” that define the conduct of those who belong to the local church.

As part of a biblical covenant, these promises remind believers that church membership is more than attendance—it’s a declaration of allegiance to God’s Word and a commitment to live in community with His people. Stephen unpacks what it means to submit to Scripture as the final authority, to pursue holiness in every area of life, and to avoid sinful entanglements that entrap and destroy.

Far from legalistic rules, these promises reflect joyful obedience and a desire to walk in the light of God’s truth. With powerful illustrations and Scripture-based teaching, this episode calls you to examine your own direction in life.

If you’ve ever wondered how a church can be both respected and countercultural, or why holiness still matters today, this message offers clarity and conviction. Learn why these biblical promises are not just old-fashioned ideals, but a radical and needed return to what the church was always meant to be.

We want to translate Stephen's through the Bible teaching series - The Wisdom Journey - into 10 new languages next year. Your support makes that possible.

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What really sets Christians apart from the rest of the world? In this compelling episode, Stephen Davey launches into the first three “holy promises” that define the conduct of those who belong to the local church.

As part of a biblical covenant, these promises remind believers that church membership is more than attendance—it’s a declaration of allegiance to God’s Word and a commitment to live in community with His people. Stephen unpacks what it means to submit to Scripture as the final authority, to pursue holiness in every area of life, and to avoid sinful entanglements that entrap and destroy.

Far from legalistic rules, these promises reflect joyful obedience and a desire to walk in the light of God’s truth. With powerful illustrations and Scripture-based teaching, this episode calls you to examine your own direction in life.

If you’ve ever wondered how a church can be both respected and countercultural, or why holiness still matters today, this message offers clarity and conviction. Learn why these biblical promises are not just old-fashioned ideals, but a radical and needed return to what the church was always meant to be.

We want to translate Stephen's through the Bible teaching series - The Wisdom Journey - into 10 new languages next year. Your support makes that possible.

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Learn about our plans to reach the nations: https://www.wisdomonline.org/2050

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