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Pearls From Proverbs
Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jun 17, 2010 (message contributor)
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1. Proverbs 1 - The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Knowledge
Contributed on Jun 17, 2010
A look at chapter one of the book of Proverbs.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter One The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Knowledge Today we begin a new study – it is on the Book of Proverbs. If I were to outline the entire Book of Proverbs – I would divide it into three parts. 1. WISDOM FOR YOUNG PEOPLE (Chapters 1 — 9) In this ...read more
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2. Proverbs 14 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked
Contributed on Mar 4, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter 14.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Fourteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter fourteen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 The wise woman builds her house, But the foolish tears it down with her own hands. Proverbs 14:1 (NASB) Here again the wise and the foolish are contrasted. ...read more
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3. Proverbs 4 - The Father And His Children
Contributed on Dec 3, 2010
A look at Proverbs chapter four.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Four We now turn to chapter four of Proverbs. THE FATHER AND HIS CHILDREN 1 Hear, my children, the instruction of a father, And give attention to know understanding; 2 For I give you good doctrine: Do not forsake my law. 3 When I was my father's son, ...read more
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4. Proverbs 16 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked
Contributed on Mar 23, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter sixteen.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Sixteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter sixteen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 The plans of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. Proverbs 16:1 (NASB) This verse can be understood to mean that the final ...read more
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5. Proverbs 5 - Avoid Seduction
Contributed on Apr 4, 2011
This is a study into Proverbs chapter five.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Five We now turn to chapter five of Proverbs. AVOID SEDUCTION 1 My son, pay attention to my wisdom; Lend your ear to my understanding, 2 That you may preserve discretion, And your lips may keep knowledge. Proverbs 5:1-2 (NKJV) Again we have the ...read more
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6. Proverbs 8 - The Nature And Value Of Wisdom
Contributed on Oct 22, 2011
This is a study into Proverbs chapter eight.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Eight We will now look at Proverbs chapter eight: WISDOM CALLS OUT 1 Does not wisdom cry out, And understanding lift up her voice? 2 She takes her stand on the top of the high hill, Beside the way, where the paths meet. 3 She cries out by the gates, at the ...read more
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7. Proverbs 6 - Like A Deer From The Hunter
Contributed on Jun 8, 2011
This is a study into Proverbs chapter six.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Six We now turn to chapter six of Proverbs. LIKE A DEER FROM THE HUNTER 1 My son, if you become surety for your friend, If you have shaken hands in pledge for a stranger, 2 You are snared by the words of your mouth; You are taken by the words of your mouth. 3 ...read more
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8. Proverbs 29 - Godly Instructions
Contributed on Jul 27, 2015
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 29.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty Nine Proverbs 29:1 (NASB) A man who hardens his neck after much reproof Will suddenly be broken beyond remedy. The Good News Bible says it this way, "If you get more stubborn every time you are corrected, one day you will be crushed and never ...read more
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9. Proverbs 20 - On Life And Conduct
Contributed on Jul 24, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter twenty.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty We will now look at Proverbs chapter twenty: On Life and Conduct 1 Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise. Proverbs 20:1 (NASB) Alcoholism is a great problem. The Bible teaches that alcohol is useful ...read more
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10. Proverbs 18 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked
Contributed on Apr 6, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter eighteen.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Eighteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter eighteen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 He who separates himself seeks his own desire, He quarrels against all sound wisdom. Proverbs 18:1 (NASB) We were made to be social creators. There are ...read more
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11. Proverbs 28 - Words Of Wisdom
Contributed on Jul 20, 2015
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter twenty eight.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty Eight Proverbs 28:1 (NASB) The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, But the righteous are bold as a lion. Benson has said, (The wicked flee) "Because a consciousness of their guilt excites in them a continual expectation and dread of God’s ...read more
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12. Proverbs 7 - The Art Of Seduction
Contributed on Oct 14, 2011
This is a study of Proverbs chapter seven.
We will now look at Proverbs chapter seven: INVITATION TO LEARN WISDOM 1 My son, keep my words, And treasure my commands within you. 2 Keep my commands and live, And my law as the apple of your eye. 3 Bind them on your fingers; Write them on the tablet of your heart. 4 Say to wisdom, "You are ...read more
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13. Proverbs 11 - The Righteous And Wicked Compared
Contributed on Feb 10, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter eleven.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Eleven We will now look at Proverbs chapter eleven: THE RIGHTEOUS AND WICKED COMPARED 1 A false balance is an abomination to the Lord, But a just weight is His delight. Proverbs 11:1 (NASB) God always expects His people to be honest in their ...read more
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14. Proverbs 12 - Contrast Of The Upright And The Wicked
Contributed on Feb 22, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter twelve.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twelve We will now look at Proverbs chapter twelve: Contrast of the Upright and the Wicked 1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, But he who hates reproof is stupid. Proverbs 12:1 (NASB) Instead of using the word “stupid” – the ...read more
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15. Proverbs 15 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked
Contributed on Mar 13, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter fifteen.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Fifteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter fifteen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1 (NASB) This is an excellent verse to commit to memory. Have you ever tried ...read more
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16. Proverbs 26 - Similitudes And Instructions
Contributed on Sep 28, 2013
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 26.
We will now look at chapter twenty six. 1 Like snow in summer and like rain in harvest, So honor is not fitting for a fool. Proverbs 26:1 (NASB) Snow in summer and rain at harvest time are not desirable. Honor is not fitted for a fool. 2 Like a sparrow in its flitting, like a swallow in ...read more
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17. Proverbs 30 - God's Wisdom
Contributed on Aug 10, 2015
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter thirty.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Thirty Proverbs 30:1 (NASB) The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, the oracle. The man declares to Ithiel, to Ithiel and Ucal: G. Campbell Morgan has said, "This and the following chapter constitute an appendix to the Book of Proverbs. It is impossible to ...read more
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18. Proverbs 13 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked
Contributed on Feb 29, 2012
A look at Proverbs chapter 13.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Thirteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter thirteen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 A wise son accepts his father’s discipline, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. Proverbs 13:1 (NASB) Children of the same parents can have different ...read more
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19. Proverbs 24 - Precepts And Warnings
Contributed on Sep 26, 2013
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 24.
We will now look at chapter 24. 1 Do not be envious of evil men, Nor desire to be with them; Proverbs 24:1 (NASB) It is very easy for us to look at others and say, "Boy I wish I could do that." or "I wish I were like that." Be very careful of the character of those who you would set as an ...read more
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20. Proverbs 27 - Godly Instructions
Contributed on Jul 13, 2015
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 27.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty Seven We will now look at chapter twenty seven. 1 Do not boast about tomorrow, For you do not know what a day may bring forth. Proverbs 27:1 (NASB) Don't go bragging about what you are going to do tomorrow for, in reality, you really don't know ...read more
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21. Proverbs 17 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked
Contributed on Mar 31, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter seventeen.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Seventeen We will now look at Proverbs chapter seventeen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 Better is a dry morsel and quietness with it Than a house full of feasting with strife. Proverbs 17:1 (NASB) We should strive to have peace – within ...read more
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22. Proverbs 19 - On Life And Conduct
Contributed on Apr 14, 2012
This is a look at Proverbs chapter nineteen.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Nineteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter nineteen: On Life and Conduct 1 Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity Than he who is perverse in speech and is a fool. Proverbs 19:1 (NASB) A blameless life is far more valuable than wealth, but ...read more
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23. Proberbs 22 - On Life And Conduct
Contributed on Jul 11, 2013
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 22.
We will now look at Proverbs chapter twenty one: On Life and Conduct 1 A good name is to be more desired than great wealth, Favor is better than silver and gold. Proverbs 22:1 (NASB) Meyer says of this verse: Great riches are not always a great blessing. When they are held in trust for ...read more
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24. Proverbs 23 - Godly Instructions
Contributed on Jun 14, 2014
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 23.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty Three We will now look at chapter 23. 1 When you sit down to dine with a ruler, Consider carefully what is before you, Proverbs 23:1 (NASB) The point of this proverb is to be careful when eating with an important or influential person because he ...read more
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25. Proverbs 21 - On Life And Conduct
Contributed on Jun 24, 2013
A verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter 21.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty One We will now look at Proverbs chapter twenty one: On Life and Conduct 1 The king's heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord; He turns it wherever He wishes. Proverbs 21:1 (NASB) It is good for all of us to remember – it ...read more
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26. Proverbs 31 - A Godly Woman
Contributed on Aug 17, 2015
This is a verse by verse look at Proverbs chapter thirty one.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty Nine Proverbs 31:1 (NASB) The words of King Lemuel, the oracle which his mother taught him: The name of King Lemuel is only found two times in the Bible and both times it is this chapter of Proverbs. Who King Lemuel was we do not know. Many ...read more
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27. Proverbs 2 - Seeking Wisdom In Your Heart
Contributed on Jul 16, 2010
A look at Proverbs chapter two.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Two We continue our study on the Book of Proverbs. Let us now look at chapter two. SEEKING WISDOM 1 My son, if you receive my words, And treasure my commands within you, 2 So that you incline your ear to wisdom, And apply your heart to understanding; 3 Yes, ...read more
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28. Proverbs 9 - The Invitation Of Wisdom
Contributed on Oct 24, 2011
This is a look at Proverbs chapter nine.
Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Nine We will now look at Proverbs chapter nine: Wisdom and Folly are portrayed in this chapter as rival young women, each preparing a feast and inviting people to it. But Wisdom is a responsible woman of character, while Folly is a prostitute serving ...read more
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29. Proverbs 25 - Similitudes And Instructions
Contributed on Sep 27, 2013
This is a verse by verse look at chapter 25.
We will now look at chapter 25. 1 These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah, king of Judah, transcribed. Proverbs 25:1 (NASB) Hezekiah's story is told in 2 Kings 18-20; 2 Chronicles 29-32; and Isaiah 36-39. He was one of the few kings of Judah who honored the Lord. By ...read more
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30. Proverbs 3 - Do Not Forget My Law
Contributed on Aug 18, 2010
This is a look at the third chapter of Proverbs.
Pearls From Proverbs - Chapter Three We continue our study on the Book of Proverbs. Let us now look at chapter three. DO NOT FORGET MY LAW 1 My son, do not forget my law, But let your heart keep my commands; Proverbs 3:1 (NKJV) As the ark of the covenant held the two tables of the law ...read more