Jealousy is the fear that we’ll be replaced by those we love. And those insecurities can cause all kinds of trouble. On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg turns to Proverbs for wisdom on overcoming personal envy. More
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- Christian Thinking
- Jealousy
- Wisdom
Wise Words
"My son, if you accept my words and store up my commands within you, turning your ear to wisdom and applying your heart to understanding, and if you call out for insight and cry aloud for understanding, and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure, then you will understand the fear of the LORD and find the knowledge of God." Proverbs 2:1-5 Derek Kidner, in his wonderful little commentary, says the book of Proverbs "performs the function of putting godliness into working clothes." In other words it’s not a very "churchy" kind of book. It addresses the issues of our lives. It is intensely practical, distinctly uncomfortable and immensely profitable. In "Wise Words-– Finding Proverbs’ Hidden Treasures, " Alistair Begg looks at a number of the truths addressed by these Proverbial statements: laziness, friendship, jealousy, the use and abuse of words and language, the place of sex, the privileges of learning and the responsibilities and challenges of raising children. The text challenges us to examine whether our own behavior is marked by folly or wisdom. Are we pursuing a God-ordained, God-centered wisdom or are we plagued by the moral, spiritual folly of the proverbial fool? This series of self-contained, topical studies will serve to remind us that the fear of the Lord is indeed the beginning of wisdom.Recent Broadcasts
"This is About Us!" (Part 2 of 2)
In Mark chapter 12, we read a parable that Jesus shared with religious leaders who had openly rejected the Messiah. Even through this bold rebuke of His critics, Jesus declared His willingness to redeem Jews and Gentiles alike. Listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. More
"This is About Us!" (Part 2 of 2)
In Mark chapter 12, we read a parable that Jesus shared with religious leaders who had openly rejected the Messiah. Even through this bold rebuke of His critics, Jesus declared His willingness to redeem Jews and Gentiles alike. Listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg. More
Learning to Respect Our Leadership (Part 2 of 2)
By God’s design, the local church is comprised of leaders and followers. To achieve harmony, both parties must be faithful to God’s plan. Anything less will create discord. Be sure to listen when we look at Paul’s admonition to the Thessalonian believers on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! More
Learning to Respect Our Leadership (Part 1 of 2)
Just as God has established an authority structure for the home, He’s also designed a leadership structure in the local church. It includes cooperation from both leaders and members. Listen to learn how God’s design can bring harmony in your church on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! More
