Victory Church

Genesis 2:15–18 (CSB)15 The Lord God took the man and placed him in the garden of Eden to work it and watch over it.16 And the Lord God commanded the man, “You are free to eat from any tree of the garden, 17 but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for on the day you eat from it, you will certainly die.” 18 Then the Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper corresponding to him.” 

Dating God’s way is rare in today’s culture. If you’re single and waiting on God’s best, this message helps explore the five gears of Christian dating from that first glance all the way through to a healthy marriage. If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of dating and discover how to build a Christ-centered relationship that lasts, then tune in to this sermon!

Genesis 1:27-28 NIVSo God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground.”

Proverbs 18:10 NKJV"The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe."

Proverbs 12:15 TPT“A fool is in love with his own opinion, but wisdom means being teachable.”

PROVERBS 4:23 NLT“GUARD YOUR HEART ABOVE ALL ELSE, FOR IT DETERMINES THE COURSE OF YOUR LIFE.”

Proverbs 19:11 (ESV)11 Good sense makes one slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense.

Have you ever said something you wished you could take back? What we say matters. Our words have the power to tear down or build up. They make a difference, so much that the Bible tells us that they either bring life or death. There is no in-between. It’s time to align the words we speak about ourselves, others, and our circumstances with God’s Word. Let’s take the lies captive and replace them with His truth!

Proverbs 1:1–7 NLT. These are the proverbs of Solomon, David’s son, king of Israel. Their PURPOSE is to teach people wisdom and discipline, to help them understand the insights of the wise. Their purpose is to teach people to live disciplined and successful lives, to help them do what is right, just, and fair. These proverbs will give insight to the SIMPLE, knowledge and discernment to the YOUNG. Let the WISE listen to these proverbs and become even wiser. Let those with understanding receive guidance by exploring the meaning in these proverbs and parables, the words of the wise and their riddles. Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but FOOLS despise wisdom and discipline.   

This discussion highlights the troubling decline of wisdom in society, emphasizing how pride blocks personal growth. Engaging anecdotes reveal the pitfalls of spiritual pride within faith communities, urging humility and empathy. The contrast between Muhammad Ali’s boastfulness and Christ’s humility serves as a reflection on true success and selflessness. Listeners are encouraged to redefine success, shifting from ambition to making a positive impact by serving others. Overall, the importance of embracing humility and grace as a path to transformation is profoundly examined.