Funeral for a Godly Woman: Mrs. Opal Self Proverbs 31:10-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall Kilpatrick / McClendon Baptist Church - Aug. 10, 2012 *We are going to miss Opal Self. It is always hard to lose someone we love, especially when that someone is someone like Opal. But in the midst of our grief, we can…

Sermon: Solomon the Faithful Servant (1 Kings 3) 1-28-2007 TWO KINDS OF WISDOM (1 Kings 3:1) Key word: “Alliance” See 1 Corinthians 1:20-21; 1Cor.3:19; 2Cor.1:12 WISDOM AND WORSHIP GO HAND IN HAND (1 Kings 3:2-4) Key phrase: “high places” Key word: “except” GOD’S WISDOM IS PART OF GOD’S PROVISION (3:5)…

A picture of two women, both extending invitations, one for wisdom and one for folly.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, an introduction.

This week Pastor Al brings us a special Mother’s Day Message from Luke 1:46-55. In this message, Al points out not only the blessings of Motherhood , but also the beauty of being a woman as God the Father created women to be.

INTRO: Mark Twain said, ... “First get your facts; and then you can distort them at your leisure.” - Mark Twain I’m afraid that’s what has happened, or is happening in the church today. · There are facts associated with serving Christ, but sometimes we distort those facts to fit into our desires of what…

A mother can be a positive influence when she allows God to use her.

The ABC’s of Womanhood TEXT: Proverbs 31: 10-31 QUESTION: ASSERTION: INVITATION: Move 1: Introduction–M O T H E R In 1915 Howard Johnson wrote the most famous poem honoring mothers whether they are birth mothers, adopted mothers, or women who have nurtured us and inspired us with their faith. Johnson’s…

Ecclesiastes SECTION OUTLINE ONE (ECCLESIASTES 1) The Teacher declares that everything is meaningless. He begins reviewing his search for meaning, and his first conclusion is that wisdom is futile. I. The Man (1:1, 12): The author introduces himself as King David’s son—presumably Solomon—and notes that…

Finding God’s Favor 19 If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the good things of the land; God’s Favorite? 11 For God does not show favoritism. 34 Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism God shows no favoritism or partiality 3 Now Israel loved…

Jesus' Formula for Prayer Introduction: Think: "Prayer" is letting God communicate with you. Five Keys To Effective Praying: I. Praise God. - L- v.9a; 13b A. Acknowledge His holy name. - L- v.9; Psalm 16:8; L- Matthew 7:21 B. Acknowledge His name has authority.- L- v.13b; L-Matthew 28:18 C. Acknowledge…

A proverb is a short expression that transmits popular wisdom in a memorable way. Different cultures have different proverbs, but there is a particular set of sayings that have stood the test of time. Originally compiled by one of the smartest kings ever, and inspired by God himself, the Proverbs of the Bible are still immensely practical for all areas of life.

Homework for next week: read Ephesians and circle or write down everything that God says about you! New series titled: This is Me? We will look at what God sees when He looks at us today, then who God says we are, what He has called us to do, how He has equipped us to do it, and if we are doing it! This…

Motherhood is God’s original and ongoing plan to grow the next generation to know and serve God.

Pastor spoke to us last week about knowledge, wisdom & understanding. She used the example of the Woman at the Well to illustrate how we can transition from one to another. And how we need all three. That got me to thinking about the knowledge the Samaritan woman had. You will remember that she was able…

True wisdom may bring material reward but its value far exceeds earthly riches. To those who receive it, it opens a path to life and security and equips for leadership and right conduct.

We should honor and remember women, mothers, and wives as God has purposed them to be the heart of family and given them the anointing to manage the business of both the household and the marketplace.