SERMON NOTES WITH APPLICATION

Pastor William Mathis
May 11
2 min read

Series Theme: All Along The Way

Sermon Title: "FINDING FAVOR – Part II

Scripture: Proverbs 3:4–6 (KJV)

Overall Theme: Hidden Manna

Key Passage Summary

4 So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man.5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

These verses offer a blueprint for how to live with divine guidance and public favor—not by striving harder, but by aligning our lives with God's direction through faithfulness, flexibility, and flow.

Point 1: Exercise Faithfulness (v.4)

"So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man."

Big Idea:

Favor is not a one-time gift; it's a lifestyle rooted in consistent commitment to God and others.

Practical Application:

For Young People: Show up. Whether it’s in school, friendships, or church, being dependable matters. People trust who they can count on.
For Adults: Stay true to your word and your walk. Faithfulness builds credibility and opens doors with both people and God.
For Everyone: Real favor doesn’t come from chasing approval—it grows from living with integrity, consistency, and care.

Point 2: Exercise Flexibility (v.5)

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding."

Big Idea:

Being faithful doesn’t mean being rigid. God calls us to trust Him enough to adapt when things don’t go as we planned.

Practical Application:

For Young People: Life won't always follow your script. Be willing to try new paths, even if they're uncomfortable.
For Adults: Let go of control. Faith means loosening your grip on “how it’s supposed to be” and following where God leads.
For Everyone: Flexibility isn’t weakness; it’s wisdom. Trusting God over our own limited view helps us bend without breaking.

Point 3: Exercise Flowing (v.6)

"In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."

Big Idea:

God wants to partner with you in your daily life—not just during crises. Acknowledging Him opens the flow of divine direction.

Practical Application:

For Young People: Before a big decision (sports, relationships, school choices), pause and pray. Flow with God’s lead.
For Adults: Create a rhythm of listening—through prayer, journaling, or Scripture—so God can guide your every step.
For Everyone: Flowing with God doesn’t mean life is easy, but it does mean it’s purposeful. You won’t always feel in control, but you will always be on course.