Proverbs Aug, pr 27-31Study Guide

100 Days to a Wiser You

You did it! Congratulations on spending 100 Days in the Proverbs. With only 5 days left I hope you will spend a part of your devotional time thanking God for making his wisdom available to you. The Lord bless you as you Learn it! Live it! and Share it!

- Pastor Lincoln

August 27, Proverbs 27

No Boasting

Prayer: Lord, help me not to be presumptuous about my future and my plans. I know that it is your will that will be realized and I am so grateful that you are the Lord of my future. Amen

Read Proverbs 27

Observations to Make:

Find two proverbs in this chapter that draw comparisons in order to make their point. Look for the key word “so.” Note the two verse references below.

Learn it! Write out Proverbs 27.1 below.

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What further instruction does James add to this proverb in James 4.13-16?

Live it!

Maybe you have heard it said, “We don’t know what the future holds, but we know who holds the future.” We can’t boast about the future because the future is uncertain. Let that truth humble you. Let the uncertainties drive you to the Lord, putting your whole trust in Him. This may be a good time to review your plans for the future, planning wisely, and at the same time acknowledging your future is in the Lord’s hands.

Share it!

Share your plans for the future with someone asking them to join you in prayer, asking the Lord to guide you in all your ways.

August 28, Proverbs 28

Detestable Prayers

Prayer: Lord, Open my ears and heart to your word. Direct my footsteps according to your word;

let no sin rule over me. - In Jesus Name. Amen

Read Proverbs 28

Observations to Make:

Note the passages that condemn greed in this chapter of the Proverbs and put a minus sign with a couple of dollar signs in front of each one of them

(-$$).

Learn it! Write out Proverbs 28.9 below.

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Look up these verse and list other things that are detestable to the Lord. Pr 6.16-19; 11.20; 12.22; 21.27; 28.9

Live it!

It sounds harsh but this proverb seems to be saying that the Lord will not listen to our prayers if we will not listen to him. If we are not in God’s Word, hearing him speak to us, he will turn a deaf ear our prayers. Wow. Here is great motivation to be faithful in our study. Consider what Bible study you will be involved in when your Proverbs study is complete.

Share it!

This is a proverb to memorize. Right it out three more times in the space below.

August 29, Proverbs 29

Rejoicing or Groaning

Prayer: Lord, bless those believers around the world who suffer under oppressive governments. - In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Read Proverbs 29

Observations to Make:

Mark four proverbs in this chapter that contrast the righteous and the wicked. Mark with a R vs. W.

Learn it! Write out Proverbs 29.2 below.

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What is contrasted?

When the righteous thrive/

The people rejoice/

Live it!

We can thrive and rejoice when righteous leaders are ruling, but we will suffer under wicked leadership. Determine as the political machine gears up for the next election cycle to pay even greater attention to the character of those candidates seeking government office in our country and state.

Share it!

This is a good time to pray for the leadership of our nation, state and local community. Pray for wisdom and righteous character for these people.

August 30, Proverbs 30

Pecked Out and Eaten

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the vivid images in the proverbs. Write your Word in my heart and mind!! – In Jesus Name. - Amen

Read Proverbs 30

Observations to Make:

Verses .21-23 make reference to four things that cause the earth to tremble, even collapse. Think about these verses and try to answer the question why, why are theses such desperate circumstances?

Learn it! Write out Proverbs 30.17 below.

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Live it!

How appropriate to wind down our study of the Proverbs with another command, grant it indirectly, to honor our mother and father and receive their instruction and counsel. And this warning is a whopper – a warning of terrible punishment for those who disrespect their parents. Here is an opportunity to consider your relationship with your parents. Would they consider you a respectful child? What are some ways that you could honor them even this week?

Share it!

Call your parents this week, ask them for some advice in a matter that concerns you and express appreciation for that advice.

August 31, Proverbs 31

A Gem of a Woman

Prayer: Lord, bless the wives that I know. Encourage them to live the righteous life that God desires. – In Jesus Name, Amen.

Read Proverbs 31

Observations to Make:

List 5 characteristics of a noble wife found in this chapter.

Learn it! Write out Proverbs 31.10 below.

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Live it!

The book of Proverbs concludes with this description of a woman who is characterized by the godly wisdom and righteous character depicted in the entire book of proverbs. The fact that the passage open with the question “who can find her?” suggests that she is not easily found and a treasure to value when she is found. I often think of this passage as a prayer request list to use in praying for my wife. If you are a husband keep this passage close as a tool to pray for and encourage your wife and your daughters. As a woman you can also make use of Proverbs 31 as a list of concerns to take to God in prayer and as personal goals for godly character and conduct.

Share it!

Please give me a call or send me a note letting me know how this study of Proverbs has proved of value to you. I would appreciate your feedback as to how to make this study of even greater value for future users. Thanks again for your faithfulness in seeking God’s wisdom daily in the Proverbs.