The Wisdom Journey with Stephen Davey

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Practical and relevant lessons through the entire Bible, Genesis to Revelation, in just 10-minute each weekday. The Wisdom Journey will help you understand the truth of God’s Word and apply that truth to your life. Subscribe and learn to know God, think biblically and live wisely.

1 HR AGO

Impossible, Difficult, Done! (Nehemiah 5-6)

Have you ever faced opposition while doing the right thing? Nehemiah’s leadership proves that serving God doesn’t eliminate obstacles—it invites them. As the walls of Jerusalem near completion, Nehemiah faces relentless attacks: deception, false accusations, and threats. His enemies try to distract him, discredit him, and even trick him into disobeying God. But Nehemiah refuses to quit. Instead, he prays, stays focused, and leads his people to finish the work in just fifty-two days. This episode reveals powerful lessons on standing firm when opposition threatens to derail God’s calling. Learn how to respond to criticism, reject compromise, and trust God’s strength. If you’ve ever struggled with distractions or discouragement, Nehemiah’s story will encourage you to stay faithful. Discover why Hudson Taylor famously said, “The work of God has three stages: impossible, difficult, done.” Make a donation: https://www.wisdomonline.org/give Free issue of our magazine: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/magazine

12 min
1 DAY AGO

Opportunity and Opposition (Nehemiah 3-4)

What do you do when obstacles threaten to derail God’s calling? Nehemiah’s leadership during Jerusalem’s reconstruction shows the power of perseverance. He and his team faced ridicule, threats, and growing discouragement. But instead of giving up, Nehemiah turned to prayer, wisdom, and unwavering commitment. This episode reveals how you can stand firm against opposition in your own life. Learn how Nehemiah’s team, including priests, merchants, and even goldsmiths, set aside fear and focused on the task. Discover how discouragement can spread like wildfire—and how faith in God can put it out. If you’ve ever felt attacked, ridiculed, or overwhelmed, this message will equip you with practical steps to keep going. Whether facing critics at work, challenges in ministry, or spiritual battles, you’ll find strength in Nehemiah’s example. Stay focused, trust God, and keep building! Make a donation: https://www.wisdomonline.org/give Free issue of our magazine: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/magazine

13 min
2 DAYS AGO

An Ordinary Man (Nehemiah 1-2)

How does God rebuild broken things—and who does He use? The opening chapters of Nehemiah provide a powerful answer. God used an ordinary man with no royal lineage, no priestly background, and no public ministry. His name was Nehemiah, and he was the cupbearer to a pagan king. In this episode, Stephen Davey introduces us to Nehemiah—a man whose heart was broken by the news that Jerusalem’s walls were still in ruins. Though far from home, Nehemiah immediately turned to the Lord in prayer. And his prayer provides a pattern for our own—a path that includes recognizing God’s sovereignty, confessing sin, trusting in His promises, and humbly making our requests known. Stephen also shows how Nehemiah waited for the right moment to speak up, risked his position to obey God, and encouraged others to join him in the work. Despite fierce opposition, Nehemiah pressed forward with courage and confidence—not in himself, but in the God of heaven. This episode will encourage you to trust God’s timing, respond to His call, and remember that no one is too ordinary to be used by God. It’s not about your résumé—it’s about your readiness. Make a donation: https://www.wisdomonline.org/give Free issue of our magazine: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/magazine

12 min
3 DAYS AGO

Four Steps in Responding to Sin (Ezra 9-10)

What do you do when confronted with sin? Many people justify or ignore it, but Ezra provides a model for genuine repentance. In this episode, Stephen Davey walks through Ezra 9–10, showing four essential steps to responding to sin: anguish, admission, action, and accountability. Discover why true repentance begins with brokenness over sin and leads to lasting transformation. Learn how Ezra’s public prayer convicted an entire nation and how personal confession can bring renewal in your own life. This episode will challenge you to take sin seriously, pursue holiness, and embrace accountability in your walk with God. If you want to deepen your faith and learn how to respond biblically to sin, this message is for you. Make a donation: https://www.wisdomonline.org/give Free issue of our magazine: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/magazine

14 min
4 DAYS AGO

A Model for Life and Ministry (Ezra 7-8)

How do you lead with wisdom, faith, and courage? The life of Ezra offers a powerful model for leadership and ministry. Called to lead a spiritual revival, Ezra relied on God’s hand to guide his steps, provide resources, and protect his people. In this episode, Stephen Davey explores how Ezra’s commitment to knowing, obeying, and teaching God’s Word shaped his leadership and impacted an entire nation. Learn how God’s providence works through His people, how faith fuels action, and why gratitude is a key part of ministry. Whether you are leading in your church, workplace, or home, Ezra’s example will challenge and inspire you. Listen now and discover how to trust God fully in your calling. Make a donation: https://www.wisdomonline.org/give Free issue of our magazine: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/magazine

13 min
29 AUG

Finding Encouragement (Ezra 5-6)

How do you keep going when discouragement threatens to stop you in your tracks? The returning Jewish exiles in Ezra 5–6 faced intense opposition as they worked to rebuild the temple. They had already abandoned the project once, but this time, God sent encouragement through His prophets and His providence. Their story is a powerful reminder that when you commit to following God, He provides the strength to endure. In this episode, Stephen Davey explores how God’s Word and sovereign control sustained His people in the past and how those same encouragements are available to you today. Whether you’re facing personal trials, opposition to your faith, or the temptation to give up, this lesson will help you find strength in God’s promises. Listen now and be encouraged to remain steadfast in your walk with the Lord. Make a donation: https://www.wisdomonline.org/give Free issue of our magazine: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/magazine

12 min
28 AUG

The Building Starts and Stops! (Ezra 3-4)

Why does doing the right thing often lead to resistance? The Jewish exiles returning from Babylon learned this lesson quickly. After rebuilding the altar and laying the temple foundation, they faced immediate opposition. Their enemies discouraged them, spreading fear and frustration until the work completely stopped. Have you ever felt like giving up on something God called you to do? In this episode, Stephen Davey explores the story of Ezra 3–4, showing how worshiping God faithfully invites both His blessing and the enemy’s attacks. But take heart—opposition never means defeat when God is leading the way. Learn how to stand firm in faith, press forward in obedience, and resist the enemy’s schemes. If discouragement has ever slowed your spiritual growth, this lesson will give you the encouragement you need to keep going. Make a donation: https://www.wisdomonline.org/give Free issue of our magazine: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/magazine

13 min
27 AUG

The Rumblings of Renewal (Ezra 1-2)

Can God change the course of history through a pagan king? The book of Ezra begins with a stunning proclamation from King Cyrus of Persia, allowing the Jewish exiles to return to their homeland and rebuild the temple. But why would a foreign ruler care about Israel’s God? The answer is simple—God was at work, directing history according to His plan. Over 150 years earlier, the prophet Isaiah had prophesied this very event, even naming Cyrus before he was born! This remarkable fulfillment reminds us that history is truly His-story, unfolding according to God’s sovereign will. But the return to Jerusalem wasn’t just about a king’s decree; it was about the hearts of God’s people. Many Jews had grown comfortable in Babylon and chose to stay behind, but a faithful remnant was stirred by God to step out in faith. These returning exiles, though few in number, were the ones God would use to restore the land and rebuild His temple. In today’s episode, Stephen Davey explores how God moves both rulers and ordinary people to accomplish His purpose. What does this mean for you today? It’s a reminder that no government, leader, or circumstance can thwart God’s plan. It also challenges us to examine our own hearts—are we too comfortable in “Babylon,” or are we ready to follow God wherever He leads? Join us for this powerful lesson in faith, obedience, and God’s sovereign control over all things. Make a donation: https://www.wisdomonline.org/give Free issue of our magazine: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/magazine

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Practical and relevant lessons through the entire Bible, Genesis to Revelation, in just 10-minute each weekday. The Wisdom Journey will help you understand the truth of God’s Word and apply that truth to your life. Subscribe and learn to know God, think biblically and live wisely.