The sermon emphasizes the importance of diligence and conscientiousness as virtues reflecting godly stewardship, drawing from Proverbs 12:27 and passages in Ephesians and John. It contrasts the wasteful habits of the slothful, who squander resources like time, money, and spiritual nourishment, with the promise of "precious wealth"—wisdom, influence, and lasting fruit—for those who faithfully manage what God has entrusted to them. Ultimately, the message encourages listeners to examine their own habits, seek God's grace, and cultivate a mindset of intentionality in all aspects of life, recognizing that faithfulness with little leads to greater responsibility and kingdom impact.

The sermon cautions against the pursuit of outward appearances and pretentious displays of wealth, contrasting them with the enduring value of genuine financial stability and wisdom. Drawing from Proverbs and Matthew, it critiques the hypocrisy of those who prioritize impressing others, believing wealth equates to divine favor, while neglecting true stewardship and long-term prosperity. Ultimately, the message encourages listeners to cultivate a spirit of contentment, invest wisely, and prioritize multi-generational wealth over fleeting trends, recognizing that true glory and justification come from God, not from external validation.

The sermon emphasizes that while nature and experience offer valuable lessons, true wisdom and certainty originate from God's revealed word, particularly the Proverbs. It argues that observations of the world, even through scientific inquiry, cannot provide unshakable truth or definitive guidance for life's challenges, such as parenting or financial decisions. Instead, the speaker encourages listeners to ground their understanding and decision-making in scripture, viewing it as a solid foundation and refuge from the uncertainties of life, ultimately finding assurance and direction through the teachings of the Proverbs.

An exposition and application of Proverbs 15:19

A short devotional podcast on Proverbs 14:20

A short devotional podcast

A short devotional podcast on Proverbs 13:11

a short devotional podcast on Proverbs 12:24

A short devotional podcast on Proverbs 13:4.

A short devotional podcast on Proverbs 3:1-2

A short devotional podcast on Proverbs 12:9

A short devotional podcast on Proverbs 12:11

a short devotional podcast on Proverbs 12:7

A short devotional podcast on the Proverb 11:24

Often we are tempted to play political games or even to compromise in order to gain the favor of the world. We think that perhaps if we stayed silent on this issue or flexed a little on that issue, tenth world would see our hearts and give us the benefit of the doubt. But, reputation and credibility with the world is a gift given by God for faithful obedience not political capitol than can be earned through our own strategic efforts. The Lord gives reputation and he takes it away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.

Proverbs 12:10 Whoever is righteous has regard for the life of his beast, but the mercy of the wicked is cruel.

Proverbs 22:28 Do not move the ancient landmark that your fathers have set.

Prov 18:9 Whoever is slack in his work    is a brother to him who destroys.

Proverbs 19:5 A false witness will not go unpunished, and he who breathes out lies will not escape.

Proverbs 13:13-14 Whoever despises the word[e] brings destruction on himself, but he who reveres the commandment[f] will be rewarded. 14 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life,    that one may turn away from the snares of death.

Proverbs 31:10-11 A husband must heed his wife's counsel especially if she is a virtuous woman.

Proverbs 14:4 A key to increasing profit margins.

The wise have an increasing net worth b the fool eats his profits.

Proverbs 21:3 Its not hard to choose between an extravagant gift and a life of devotion. One without the other is a despicable sham.

Dont envy or follow the wicked winner. he's soon to be punished.

an exposition and application of Proverbs 17:17

We are called to build and bolster strong and deep friendships rather than maintaining a loose networks of acquaintances.

We are called by Christ to not only instruct in the statutes of the Lord, but also to enforce those statutes in our homes. This is a charge to all Fathers to strike while the iron is hot.

The key to your long term health.

How to control the tongue for God's glory.

without counselors your plans are doomed to fail. but God protects us and leads us with wisdom...

Proud plans are doomed to fail. But...

a primer on the doctrine of providence

How to have happiness even in poverty.

The joy of the gospel in the heart should be displayed on the face.

angry outbursts and long held grudges are a great threat to your long term success

The law of proximity: The companion of fools suffers harm but when we stay in proximity to the wise we get wiser and we can reasonably expect blessings in our life.

The key to promotion is skill, a great gift from God that we must cultivate.

how both saving and giving simultaneously is compatible in the kingdom of God. both are investments in your future.

the hot commodity of diligence should be more valued than riches.

on christ's command to leave an inheritance to our children and their children.

on the distinction between just and unjust wealth

one aspect of righteous wealth building is seizing those opportunities and moments for harvest. this is loving. this is just and this is lawful.

The proud has a hard time getting good advice. But, humble teachability is set up for success.

the dangers of the adulterous woman as described in proverbs 6

a discussion on one of the characters of the proverbs: the troublemaker

a warning to the son not to cosign for another...not to get trapped in a financial situation where you are dependent on another for eventual freedom. In Christ there is liberty and that should be manifest in our financial freedom.

focusing on the 3 spheres of biblical womanhood: husband, children and the household

The key virtue to look for when searching for a wife.

The net result of fornication and adultery is poverty and shame. but the key to building, maintaining and passing down a household including the wealth, reputation, name and honor that goes with it is staying faithful to the wife of your youth. You build a household by good god honoring sex and you keep it that way too.

The Lord will keep us and protect us but he does so through means...the means of a collection of wise counselors in family, church or community.

a exhortation from the proverbs to live in submission to biblical equity.

More on the sluggard from the proverbs

a mediation on sluggardliness and sloth

This is not about techniques at altering our destiny. Rather, the tongue has the power to build up relationships or break them apart. and the person who breaks them apart can look forward to loneliness.

The theological connections between salvation and being debt free. Slavery may not be a sin but it will certainly suck!

A nation's future is not determined ultimately by its politics, but rather by its piety to God. And even in the midst of a perverse nation, this promise is true for households and churches.

Biblical instructions on how to make claims and/or reject claims in an honorable and wise manner.

God calls us to resist the tide of injustice. God is not convinced by our rationalizations for indifference. He knows our heart. He knows that we know exactly what is going on.

Honor is one key to progressing into the future while conserving the best of what we have inherited from the past.

We are not obligated to help simply because we are asked for help. But, is there a standard or guideline that can help us know when to help and when not to?

a short podcast setting the record straight on what it means for a people to have a vision.

A short podcast for your morning commute. In this series, pastor Brandon unpacks the proverbs and encourages us to wisely follow them.

A short podcast for your morning commute. In this series, pastor Brandon unpacks the proverbs and encourages us to wisely follow them.