Book of PROVERBS

Intro

The Book of Psalms & The Book of Pr

True wisdom does not consist in mere abstractions but is eminently practical. How do you fare when you measure yourself by the ideals in Proverbs?

Do you listen thoroughly before you respond to people (18:13)? Do you know when to keep your mouth shut (10:19)?

Do you show moderation in food and drink (20:1; 23:20–21)? Are you drawn in by illicit pleasures (ch 5)?

Do you lose your temper under pressure (12:16; 14:29)?

Do you readily take advice? Do you receive criticism with a humble attitude (13:10)? Do you seek honors for yourself (25:27)?

Do you know how to work diligently (14:23)? Are your two primary counselors Pastor Pillow and Deacon Sheets (26:14)?

Do you plan ahead and save some of your money (21:20)? Or is money an allconsuming thought for you (23:4)?

Are you considerate of your friends and their schedules (25:17)?

Are you responding with concern for the poor (21:13)?

This short self-evaluation is a reminder that every person behaves foolishly in some areas of life and needs to grow in wisdom. Reading and applying the book of Proverbs can help that growth. Enter the school of Wisdom and expect to grow in the very areas of life in which you judge yourself lacking.