We are concluding our series on the men in the Book of Proverbs. Today we will discuss the wise man. The wise man: Listens and learns – Prov 1:5 – he will hear, and will increase learning, and will attain unto wise counsels. Prov 13:16 he dealeth with knowledge. He’s...
In 2 Tim 3:16-17, Paul said, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.” We are going to look further at the words...
Instruction and Reproof Matt. 17:14-21 In this passage we have already studied “faith” and “unbelief” in previous lessons. Today we will look at one more thing that the Lord wants us to do. We saw that the disciples had all the faith to heal the lunatic that was needed, because...
Reproof of Life Prov 6:23, 15:31 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO The reproofs of instruction [Prov 6:23] are also called the reproof of life [Prov 15:311]. You need reproof in order to live. Reproofs are a vital part of life. From where do reproofs come? Reproofs come from: The Holy Spirit –...
Continue Thou in the Things II Tim. 3 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Paul told Timothy to continue in two things: the things that he learned from Paul and the holy scriptures. Timothy continued in: The things he learned from Paul – 2 Tim 3:14 – Timothy was Paul’s son in the...
Reproofs of Instruction Prov.6:23 The reproofs of instruction are the way of life. As much as you would like to never be reproved, or called out for your error, it is a part of life. So, what should be our reaction to reproof? The Bible has many things to...
Jewelry Prov. 20:15 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO This sermon examines godly jewelry in the Bible as it is contrasted to cosmetic jewelry. The Lord discouraged wearing jewelry as adornment because it tends to obscure godliness by drawing attention to the outward appearance of its wearer [1 Tim 2:9; 1 Pet 3:3]...
Character Studies in Proverbs : Lesson #2 What can happen if we don’t listen to God? Proverbs 1:22-33 The thought for our lesson today is “What can happen when we do not listen to God”. Obviously if a lost man doesn’t listen to God he will never get saved. And...
Do You Have Understanding Prov. 1 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO Understanding is mentioned 53 times in Proverbs. It is obviously very important. Do you have understanding? You know you are getting understanding when: You walk uprightly – Prov 15:21 – because you have departed from evil [Job 28:28]. You understand that...
Reprove II Tim. 4:2 CLICK TITLE FOR AUDIO To reprove is to speak in disapproval of; to rebuke, meaning to scold in a sharp way; to reprimand; or to convict. Reproof is essential in life. The purpose of reproof is to: get you to turn – Prov 1:23 – to stop...
