Mark A. CopelandSermons From Proverbs 3
The Prologue To Proverbs
Proverbs 1:1-6
INTRODUCTION
1. There is a great need for wisdom in our society today…a. Lack of wisdom is destroying the lives of many young people, and making fools out of somewho are older b. Marriages are destroyed, friendships lost, souls doomed for lack of wisdom2. The walk of the Christian is to be with
wisdom
as we go through life… -
Ep 5:15-17
a. Because time is fleeting, and the days are evil, we must make the best use of our time b. Too many today are wasting both their time and their lives by failing to exercise wisdom in their daily lives3. The Word of God equips man unto every good work… -
2 Ti 3:16-17
a. It is only natural to assume that it provides us with sound advice concerning daily living b. Indeed it does, especially in
The Book of Proverbs
found in the Old Testament4. The book begins by identifying Solomon, son of David, king of Israel, as the author…a. Who was granted wisdom by God -
2 Chr 1:7-12
b. Who became famous for his wisdom, and wrote over 3000 proverbs -
1 Kin 4:29-34
5. The book also contains proverbs and wisdom from other sources…a. The words of
Agur
the son of Jakeh to Ithiel and Ucal -
Pro 30:1-33
b. The words of
King Lemuel
, taught him by his mother -
Pro 31:1-31
[In this lesson, let’s introduce ourselves to the book by considering the prologue, in which we find…]
I. THE PURPOSE OF THE BOOK A. STATED IN THE FIRST SIX VERSES...
1. “To know wisdom and instruction, to perceive the words of understanding”2. “To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, judgment, and equity”3. To give to the...a.
Simple
(naive) - “prudence” b.
Young man
- “knowledge and discretion”c.
Wise man
- “increased learning”d.
Man of understanding
- “wise counsel”
B. THE BOOK IS DESIGNED...
1. To make a person wise!2. To learn how to:a. Act wisely and righteously b. Treat others with fairness3. To give...a. The
ignorant
, common sense
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Thank you.
Proverbs has always been a favorite book of mine :)