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Signs of Spiritual Wisdom

Signs of Spiritual Wisdom. 1 Kings 3:1-13. Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com. Introduction. Solomon respected for his widsom Proverbs 16:16 Wise men will seek instruction and counsel Proverbs 12:15 Proverbs 9:9 Proverbs 8:33 Proverbs 1:5.

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Signs of Spiritual Wisdom

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  1. Signs ofSpiritual Wisdom 1 Kings 3:1-13 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  2. Introduction • Solomon respected for his widsom • Proverbs 16:16 • Wise men will seek instruction and counsel • Proverbs 12:15 • Proverbs 9:9 • Proverbs 8:33 • Proverbs 1:5 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  3. Fear of the Lord • This must occupy first place in our life • Must know and understand that God is in charge • Psalms 111:10 • Proverbs 9:10 • Job 28:28 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  4. Serving the Lord • No greater evidence of spiritual wisdom • Our great love of God will result in serving Him first • Psalms 2:10-11 • Hebrews 12:28 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  5. Doing God’s Will • Only a fool would refuse to do so • The wise ensure God’s word is followed • Matthew 7:21-27 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  6. Continuing to Seek Knowledge • The wise gain knowledge to exercise proper wisdom • The more we learn, then the better equipped we will be • Proverbs 18:15 • Proverbs 15:14 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  7. Practicing Careful Talk • The spiritual wise watch what they say • Our words tell others who we really are • Proverbs 17:28 • Matthew 12:37 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  8. Winning Souls for Christ • God wants everyone to be saved • Gain knowledge to become comfortable talking to others • Matthew 10:16 • Must win souls to be saved • John 15:2 • John 15:6 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  9. Preparation for Death • We will all die one day • The wise make sure they are ready • Amos 4:12 • We do not get another chance • Matthew 25:13 Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

  10. Conclusion • Solomon prayed for an understanding heart – God granted him wisdom • Pray for wisdom and put it into practice! • Signs of spiritual wisdom: • Fear of the Lord • Serving the Lord • Doing God’s will • Seeking knowledge • Being careful how we talk • Winning souls for Christ • Preparing for death Richard Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com

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