The Test of Wisdom & Wealth

March 30, 2025 | Part 13

In this message, we learn the dangers of wealth that test godly wisdom.

Give your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern your people, that I may discern between good and evil, for who is able to govern this your great people?” It pleased the Lord that Solomon had asked this.
1 Kings 3:9-10 (ESV)

Sermon Outline

SCRIPTURE: 1 Kings 9:10-28, 10:1-29; Proverbs 11:25; Matthew 19:16-27; Psalm 20:7; Psalm 33:16 (ESV)

  1. The Allure of Stinginess
  2. The Dangers of a Wealth-Centered Identity
  3. The Illusion of Strength

Next Steps

  • Repent of self-serving actions.
  • Reaffirm your identity in Christ.
  • Return your trust to the Lord.
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Part 3 - January 19, 2025

Part 4  - January 26, 2025

Part 5  - February 2, 2025

Part 6  - February 9, 2025

Part 7  - February 16, 2025

Part 8  - February 23, 2025

Part 9  - March 02, 2025

Part 10  - March 9, 2025

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