Have you ever found yourself in a state of despair King David did He experienced circumstances that caused him to fall into deep despair He made a desperate appeal to God while working through the emotional turmoil his despair caused Looking at what David said about despair can teach you invaluable lessons about both the crippling effects of despair and the comforting effects of devotion to God This is Wisdom for the Heart Today your Bible teacher Stephen Davey looks at this issue that plagues so many and offers help and hope from the Word of God [... more]

Many people feel adrift after retirement Discover the fulfilling power of ambition aligned with God's purpose In this episode of Wisdom for the Heart Stephen Davey shares the story of Dr Charles McCoy who found a lifetime of impact in his s Learn how to shoulder your load shape up your life and showcase the light of Christ Get ready to be inspired Visit https www wisdomonline org for more resources [... more]

Have you ever compromised your values for a quick win In this episode of Wisdom for the Heart Stephen Davey examines the Old Testament story of Joshua and the Gibeonites Discover the true cost of dishonesty and the enduring power of integrity Learn how your choices define your character and impact those around you Visit https www wisdomonline org for more resources on building a life of godly character [... more]

Does worry steal your joy and rob your peace Join Stephen Davey on Wisdom for the Heart as he digs into Jesus' teaching in Matthew Learn how to break the stranglehold of worry and live with an unburdened heart through faith in God's goodness and provision Learn more and access additional resources at wisdomonline org [... more]

Listen to the full-length version or read the manuscript of this message here https wfth me pap Physical sight doesn't guarantee spiritual insight Physical blindness doesn't limit spiritual vision Jesus demonstrated perhaps the ultimate Messianic power when he restored sight to a believing blind man But many people in the crowd had perfectly good vision but couldn't see their Savior standing right in front of them Stephen Davey teaches on Bartimaeus' miraculous healing [... more]

Listen to the full-length version or read the manuscript of this message here https wfth me pap We know that there is no works-based test to become a Christian You don't have to present your bank account to God and prove how poor you are for Him to allow you into heaven So why does Jesus connect our entrance into God's kingdom with how much money we have As Stephen Davey explains it's not a matter of prosperity it's a matter of priority Money is not the same as love of money--particularly the love of money that supersedes all other [... more]

Listen to the full-length version or read the manuscript of this message here https wfth me pap Because we can't physically see God--although we do see His works--and although we can't physically hear God with our ears--although we do read His words in our Bibles--it can be hard to remember to thank God for the blessings He gives us It's much easier to remember to be grateful when you can see and hear and touch the person you're thanking When Jesus healed ten lepers only one remembered to be grateful Stephen Davey challenges us to be like him in this [... more]

Listen to the full-length version or read the manuscript of this message here https wfth me pap Discover the biblical perspective on divorce and remarriage in this thought-provoking sermon by Stephen Davey Drawing from Luke - Stephen explores the challenges of marriage the importance of commitment and the consequences of unrepentant sin within the marital relationship Gain insights into the exceptions for divorce outlined in the Bible and learn how to navigate difficult situations while upholding God's design for marriage Stephen answers common questions such as Must an abused wife remain in her marriage Find encouragement and guidance for your [... more]

Listen to the full-length version or read the manuscript of this message here https wfth me pap Discover the biblical perspective on divorce and remarriage in this thought-provoking sermon by Stephen Davey Drawing from Luke - Stephen explores the challenges of marriage the importance of commitment and the consequences of unrepentant sin within the marital relationship Gain insights into the exceptions for divorce outlined in the Bible and learn how to navigate difficult situations while upholding God's design for marriage Stephen answers common questions such as Must an abused wife remain in her marriage Find encouragement and guidance for your [... more]

Listen to the full-length version or read the manuscript for this message here teachings luke-lesson- If you ask people what they are afraid of you'll hear a lot of the same answers Heights the dark and public speaking will be some of the most common But Stephen Davey helps us understand that there are only two categories of fear that matter and they have a lot more to do with who we are than what we are afraid of Those two categories are saved and unsaved and the right kind of fear will look drastically different for these two groups [... more]

The disciples are waiting anxiously in Jerusalem Jesus has just ascended into heaven and promised that a Comforter would come But what would His arrival be like When would He come How would He come Acts - Stephen Davey is the President of Wisdom International Learn more at https www wisdomonline org sts [... more]

Your Bible translation may end The Lord's Prayer where Stephen Davey left off in the last study in this series but older translations include a doxology to this prayer in the Gospel of Matthew These closing thoughts present several crucial elements of God that put our prayers and requests to Him in their proper perspective [... more]

Join Stu and Dr Stephen Davey for the story of how it all started years ago with the Shepherds Church [... more]

We hate interruptions in life don't we A coworker interrupts our preparation our children interrupt a moment of quiet life interrupts our time constantly Jesus too faced interruptions during his ministry but He often turned these seeming distractions into divine opportunities Stephen Davey takes us to the streets of Israel where Jesus is on a mission but a divinely appointed interruption is just around the corner [... more]

In Titus the Apostle Paul gives an interesting command to Titus to warn a divisive person twice and then if he or she still doesn't repent break fellowship with them This is a harsh punishment What is Paul referring to as 'divisive' Is it bickering and quarreling between church members or something more Pastor Stephen Davey tells us in part one of his message 'Warning Two Strikes and You're Out ' [... more]

In Titus the Apostle Paul gives an interesting command to Titus to warn a divisive person twice and then if he or she still doesn't repent break fellowship with them This is a harsh punishment What is Paul referring to as 'divisive' Is it bickering and quarreling between church members or something more Pastor Stephen Davey tells us in part one of his message 'Warning Two Strikes and You're Out ' [... more]

Oswald Chambers alleviated so much of the so-called mystery of God's Will by offering believers a simple proposition for life just trust God Wisdom for the Heart is the Bible-teaching ministry of Stephen Davey and is a ministry of Wisdom International In addition to this daily broadcast we have many other resources designed to equip and encourage you in the Christian faith We have a collection of books booklets Bible study guides commentaries and more You can learn more about us and access all of our resources by visiting wisdomonline org Each month we offer a free resource to anyone [... more]

The pervasive ministry of John and Charles Wesley is a direct result of the private ministry of their mother Susanna Her home was her mission field but her legacy reaches worldwide Wisdom for the Heart is the Bible-teaching ministry of Stephen Davey and is a ministry of Wisdom International In addition to this daily broadcast we have many other resources designed to equip and encourage you in the Christian faith We have a collection of books booklets Bible study guides commentaries and more You can learn more about us and access all of our resources by visiting wisdomonline org Each [... more]

A good missionary convicts the world but a great missionary convicts the Church as well Amy Carmichael was one such missionary Wisdom for the Heart is the Bible-teaching ministry of Stephen Davey and is a ministry of Wisdom International In addition to this daily broadcast we have many other resources designed to equip and encourage you in the Christian faith We have a collection of books booklets Bible study guides commentaries and more You can learn more about us and access all of our resources by visiting wisdomonline org Each month we offer a free resource to anyone who wants [... more]

As Jesus continues to call those followers whom he will call his closest disciples Stephen Davey uncovers some timeless principles that we can use in our own walks as disciples of the Lord We can take encouragement from the status talents and abilities or the lack thereof of these disciples as we humbly accept God's calling for our lives today [... more]

As Jesus continues to call those followers whom he will call his closest disciples Stephen Davey uncovers some timeless principles that we can use in our own walks as disciples of the Lord We can take encouragement from the status talents and abilities or the lack thereof of these disciples as we humbly accept God's calling for our lives today Learn more about Wisdom International and the biblically sound resources we offer by visiting https www wisdomonline org If you're being blessed and encouraged by these daily Bible lessons please consider supporting us with your donation https www wisdomonline org [... more]

What happened when Jesus' life-transformational ministry came head-to-head with the Pharisee's religious technicalities How could Jesus claim to live a perfect life if the religious leaders could accuse him of not following the Sabbath Come explore with Stephen Davey the truth that Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath not the other way around [... more]

Jesus knew all about leprosy He knew that this incurable disease caused unfathomable suffering as it ate away at the body of the diseased But more importantly He knew the way the religious leaders taught the people about leprosy that only God Himself could heal a leper And so when a leper boldly approaches Jesus asking for help join Stephen Davey in exploring another way Jesus declared Himself to be God this time through His healing power [... more]

When Jesus began to call his disciples He first tested them and challenged them to step out in faith As we take a look at the first recorded moments between Jesus and Simon Peter we will explore the mindset of Peter as he is challenged by God tested by God and ultimately takes a leap of faith At the end of this journey Stephen Davey will show us that our calling is higher than anything we can understand and He wants to use us in ways that we cannot imagine [... more]

Have you ever been afraid to tell someone you were a Christian Has the fear of losing that friend or that job or that credibility ever outweighed your desire to identify with Christ In this message we'll watch as Mordecai is faced with a similar crisis of faith How will he respond Join pastor and author Stephen Davey now to find out [... more]

Have you ever been afraid to tell someone you were a Christian Has the fear of losing that friend or that job or that credibility ever outweighed your desire to identify with Christ In this message we'll watch as Mordecai is faced with a similar crisis of faith How will he respond Join pastor and author Stephen Davey now to find out [... more]

For the Christian our life here on this earth is but a temporary stay on our way to eternal happiness in our eternal home We may call where we live now our home but we won't find our true home until we die In this lesson Solomon looks forward far into the future Stephen Davey concludes this series with a special lesson from Ecclesiastes and a bit of Revelation too [... more]

What motivates your life Power possessions earthly affirmation Or is there a lasting more fulfilling motivation in life King Solomon found one and in this lesson Stephen Davey opens up Solomon's private journal sharing his wisdom to achieve lasting contentment [... more]

This is part of Stu's interview with Dr Stephen Davey For part download our June podcast The Greatest Gift to Pastors [... more]

Stu stopped in to the Steve Noble Show last week to host here are a few highlights including an interview with special guest Dr Stephen Davey [... more]