The Wisdom Books—A Life Tool Kit
Let's take one more look together at the amazing "life tool kit" God has given us in the Wisdom Literature. When you consider how precious life is and how important it is for us, our children and future generations that we walk in wisdom, the purpose of these 5 books is wildly significant. (An overview of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon.)
Song of Solomon—Awake!
The Song of Solomon is a celebration of marital love and intimacy as God intended. This book tells us that sex is a wonderful gift from God and whether you're single or married, you need to hear its message.
Ecclesiastes—Under the Sun
Many people think "this" is all there is. The earth is the result of chance. The sun is just one, ordinary star among billions of accidental objects in a universe that randomly exploded into existence. Have you ever thought about how depressing that is? Long ago, King Solomon used a word that rightly describes that mindset: "Meaningless" or "Vanity". He used that word over and over in the Book of Ecclesiastes to describe the idea that life consists only of what we see, hear, feel, touch and taste down here "under the sun". His perspective, however, is radically different. Because there is a God, there is meaning—according to Solomon. And our response to Him determines the difference between a meaningless existence (with a horribly disappointing ending) and an enjoyable, full life. This message shows that man's questions are the same in every age—and the answer found in Ecclesiastes is timeless.
Proverbs—The Way of Wisdom
Over and over and over the Bible compares our lives to "walking". And, the Book of Proverbs tell us there are really only two paths—two "ways": the way of foolishness and the way of wisdom. This overview of Proverbs will show how intensely practical this ancient book is for living skillfully today.
Psalm 49—Why Should I Fear in Times of Trouble?
CBC Elder, Scott Schultz, showed us that Psalm 49 provides some powerful answers to this ever-relevant question.
Psalm 139
CBC member, Bill Pence, shared with us from this great psalm about a great God.
Psalm 84—The Value of Worship
CBC Member, Bill Pence shares with us from one of his favorite psalms.
Psalms—Praise the Lord
There's no book like it! The Book of Psalms provides a unique key to understanding God's Story. It teaches and highlights God's greatness. God's nearness. God's wisdom. God's mercy. God's love. It gives us a picture of how God's people have worshiped Him in the past. It tells us that believers from different times and different cultures loved and followed this same God of ours. It comforts us by showing us that they—like us—struggled with God's decisions and commands. They found great joy in following God! They also despaired in times when He seemed silent. The Book of Psalms is a treasure. Enjoy!
Job—Out of the Whirlwind
Though Job (pronounced with a long "o") is one of the oldest stories in human history, its subject matter is as relevant today as the front page of the newspaper. Believers throughout history have struggled with why a good God allows suffering. Listen.
The Sistine Chapter—Part 2
Psalm 119 is masterpiece! It's beautiful, yet so practical. All 22 strophes and 176 verses are tied together by one theme: God's Word—what He has said.
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