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This sermon examines Proverbs 14:26 to argue that true confidence is not a self-generated trait but a byproduct of living in the fear of the Lord. The message distinguishes between servile fear, which drives people away from God, and reverent awe, which draws believers near to Him in obedience and worship. By analyzing the preposition "in," the text presents the fear of God as a dwelling place where strong, fortified confidence is found, contrasting this with the instability of self-reliance. The sermon further explores how this reverence creates a stable home environment that serves as a refuge for the next generation, ensuring that children inherit both spiritual security and moral stability. Ultimately, the message calls believers to cultivate a daily habit of reverence, allowing God's assurance to replace anxiety and provide a lasting shelter for their families.

The sermon examines the biblical wisdom regarding the consumption of alcoholic beverages, arguing that abstinence is the prudent choice for Christians. It highlights the deceptive nature of wine, which promises pleasure but often leads to misery, broken relationships, and loss of judgment. By analyzing passages from Proverbs, the message emphasizes that wine is a mocker that compromises the clarity of mind required for wise decision-making and spiritual leadership. The speaker urges believers to consider the negative influence their actions have on others, citing the command to avoid causing a brother to stumble. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a decision of devotion, encouraging believers to be filled with the Holy Spirit rather than indulging in the excess of wine.

The fear of the Lord is the foundation of knowledge, wisdom, and understanding, and all three are necessary for a life that pleases God. Knowledge is learning what is true from His Word, understanding is discerning what that truth means and how it all fits together, and wisdom is putting that truth into practice through obedience. Simply knowing Scripture without obeying it produces no spiritual growth and can lead to pride and self-deception. Wisdom is the principal thing because it directs our choices, while obedience leads to greater understanding and a desire for more knowledge. God gives these things to those who humbly seek Him, carefully study His Word, pray for wisdom, and willingly obey what they learn. The evidence is a changed life that departs from evil and reflects Christ in our speech, decisions, relationships, and daily conduct.

This sermon explores Psalm 90, highlighting the profound contrast between the eternal, unchanging nature of God and the fleeting, fragile existence of humanity.

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Outline: 1. Skilled Wisdom - Job 28:1-11 2. Sovereign Wisdom - Job 28:12- 27 3. Spiritual Wisdom - Job 28:28

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