Wisdom Cries From Without
July 13, 2026
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God’s wisdom calls out to everyone, inviting all who will listen to turn from folly and walk in truth.
The message centers on the critical examination of the power of words, the state of the heart, and the call to live a godly life in challenging times. It begins by acknowledging the deteriorating spiritual condition of society where even the godly seem to be failing due to corruption in speech and heart. Using Psalm 12, the speaker addresses the prevalence of deceitful, flattering, and prideful speech that has caused the faithful to falter.
The core of the teaching explores the immense power of the tongue, as elaborated in James 3, illustrating how small words can ignite great destruction, defile the whole person, and reflect the true condition of the heart. The message warns against speaking evil, envy, strife, and hypocrisy, urging believers to seek the heavenly wisdom that is pure, peaceable, and merciful.
Jesus’ rebuke in Matthew 15:7-9 highlights the danger of hypocrisy—honoring God with lips while having hearts far from Him. This disconnect leads to futile worship and the spread of false doctrines. The speaker stresses the importance of aligning speech with a heart fully devoted to God, understanding that one’s words open doors either for blessing or judgment.
The message then turns to practical steps for handling offenses within the church, quoting Matthew 18:15 to emphasize private, loving correction aimed at restoration rather than humiliation or public condemnation. The speaker calls out the damaging effects of “cancel culture” within Christian communities and insists that genuine change comes through love and referencing God’s Word, not human judgment.
Finally, the message calls believers to fully surrender their allegiance to God above all else—family, traditions, or personal opinions—and to embrace the Word as the standard for life and godliness, resisting the world’s increasing wickedness. The responsibility of the church is emphasized: making disciples rooted in truth rather than merely accumulating numbers.
Psalm 12:1-8
James 3:1-18
Matthew 15:7-9
Matthew 7:1-5
Matthew 18:15-17
The message underscores that speech is a direct overflow of the heart’s condition. “Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.” If destructive, proud, or hypocritical words come forth, it reveals internal spiritual decay. Believers must guard their speech and cultivate hearts aligned with God’s truth to avoid opening doors for evil and conflict.
Using James 3 as a foundation, the lesson details how the tongue can set a whole life ablaze positively or negatively. While mankind can tame many things, the tongue remains unruly without divine intervention. Controlling speech is essential to living a holy life and influencing others rightly.
Jesus’ words in Matthew 15 highlight that worship is empty if it is only lip service. True faith manifests through heartfelt obedience and devotion, not just outward expression. Christians must avoid hypocrisy and genuinely embody their worship and faith in their daily lives.
The speaker advocates a biblically based approach to confront sin or error among believers: starting privately and with gentleness, relying on Scripture as the standard. This approach fosters restoration rather than destruction of relationships, contrasting with the trend of public shaming and cancel culture.
Throughout the message, the importance of knowing, believing, and wielding God’s Word is stressed. Using the Word as Jesus did against temptation—and as a guide for living—gives believers power, stability, and purity amid a decaying world. Yielding fully to God above all earthly ties is essential for true godliness.
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Father God in Heaven
I’m asking for forgiveness for my sins and
to be Washed clean!
I Believe that Jesus the Christ died on
the cross for the sins of the world,
And that His blood was shed and
His body was broken as a sacrifice for me!
In Your Word 1st John 1:9 – The Word states:
“If you confess our sins, He is faithful and
just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us
from all unrighteousness”.
I confess I’m a sinner!
Jesus Christ
I believe that You were crucified for me!
Wash me clean that I may be made whole!
Please come and live in my heart!
I’m submitting my Life, my will, my mind, my thoughts,
& my imaginations to You
Abide in me, allow me to abide in You!
Let Your Word abide in me!
My Lord & My God!
In the Name of Jesus Christ!
Amen.
God’s wisdom calls out to everyone, inviting all who will listen to turn from folly and walk in truth.
Wisdom teaches humility, righteousness, and discernment, guiding every step according to God’s truth.
True wisdom begins with reverence for God, providing a firm foundation for righteous living and sound judgment.
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