Wise Up (Proverbs)
Practical Wisdom for Everyday Living
Proverbs 30
June 3, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
Two hundred years after the time of Solomon during the reign of King Hezekiah, the men of Hezekiah collected and preserved many of the works of wisdom. They included this additional writing by an unknown (to us) sage who we know only by name and his lineage (son of Jakeh). See the study notes for more.
Proverbs 18:10
May 27, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
GOD IS OUR STRONG TOWER Proverbs 18:10; Psalms 61:1-3; Psalms 144:2; Psalms 9:9 Psalms 18:2; Psalms 46:7; Psalms 59:9; Proverbs 18:10 Proverbs 18:11; Psalms 104:17-18 H.A. Ironside: “To run into it, as into a strong tower, is to confide in Him in the time of trouble. This is the blessed privilege of every true saint” WILL OF GOD Proverbs 19:21 Colossians 3:15 HAPPY HEARTS Proverbs 15:13; Proverbs 17:22 Psychology today: “Laughter reduces pain, increases job performance, connects people emotionally, and improves the flow of oxygen to the heart and brain.”
Proverbs 13:12
May 20, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
What does the Bible say about Hope? What does it say about one who is foolish about his eternal soul? REFERENCED VERSES: (Proverbs 26:17-18, 24:10), Proverbs 13:12 Hope... Proverbs 10:28; Proverbs 11:7; Proverbs 23.18 1Peter 1:3; Hebrews 11:13 1Peter 1:13; 1Peter 1:21; 1Peter3:15-17 Foolishness: Proverbs 14:9; James 1:15 Proverbs 15:13; 2Chronicles 16:9 Proverbs 14:12 = Proverbs 16:25
Proverbs 6:6
May 6, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
Ninth in our Series on Solomon's Wisdom. Big Idea #6 - PRIDE: Proverbs 6:16-17, Proverbs 8:13, Proverbs 3:34 Proverbs 16:5, Proverbs 13:10, Proverbs 16:18 Big Idea #7 - POVERTY: Proverbs 10:4, Proverbs 10:22, Proverbs 16:8, Proverbs 23:25 Proverbs 11:4, Proverbs 10:4, Proverbs 21:17, Proverbs 21:5 Proverbs 13:8, Proverbs 29:7, Proverbs 19:17, Proverbs 21:13 Big Idea #8 - LAZINESS: Proverbs 10:26, Proverbs 26:13-16, Proverbs 24:30-34 Proverbs 15:19, Proverbs 20:13, Proverbs 12:24, Proverbs 6:6
Proverbs 10-11
April 8, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
Don't end up in the wrong field by taking the wrong path. Follow the path of righteousness and you will reap sure rewards. ACTION ITEMS: * Make a check list from what proverbs says about wisdom. How are you measuring up? * How can you be more open to instruction and correction in your walk with Jesus?
Proverbs 5-7
March 18, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
Point 1 Purpose of Proverbs - To provide practical wisdom for daily living Point 2 Wisdom - Knowing what to do Point 3 First step toward wisdom - is fearing God Point 4 Fear of God - Doing what is pleasing to God regardless of the cost ACTION ITEM What investments can you make in your marriage and family to ensure that Biblical values are being lived and taught? ADDITIONAL VERSES * James 1:15b “and sin, when it is full grown brings forth death” * Proverbs 12:26 * Proverbs 18:24 * Proverbs 17:17 * Proverbs 27:6 * Proverbs 27:14 * Luke 12:21 * Psalm 4:4
Proverbs 3-4
March 11, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
In this teaching: Solomon encourages us to KNOW THE WORD! Solomon also tells us that WISDOM IS THE BEST! Solomon offers us specific LIFE LESSONS to lead us to God! REFERENCED VERSES Deuteronomy 11:18; Joshua 1:8; Psalm 119:11; Colossians 3:16 Malachi 3:8-10; 2Corinthians 8:12; 2Corinthians 9:7; 1Corinthians 16:2; Matthew 6:1-2
Proverbs 1-2
March 4, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
Point 1 - Purpose of proverbs “To provide practical wisdom for everyday living” Point 2 - Wisdom - “Knowing what to do in any situation” Point 3 - First step toward wisdom is fearing God Point 4 - Fearing God “Doing what is pleasing to God regardless of the cost” ACTION ITEMS * Evaluate your relationships in light of Proverbs 1:17. Are you surrounding yourself with the right people? * Proverbs places a high value on seeking God’s Wisdom. Are you placing a high value on it? * How can knowing what God’s Word says about justice help you better navigate in this cultural moment? REFERENCED VERSES Proverbs 1:17 (NLT) “If a bird sees a trap being set it knows to stay away” Proverbs 12:15 Colossians 2:3 in (Christ) are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Genesis 18-19 Leviticus 18:3-4 Deuteronomy 16:18-19 Deuteronomy 17:8-10 Song of Solomon 2:7
Proverbs 1:1-9
February 25, 2021 • Jim Gallagher
Steps to acquiring Wisdom *Ask *Ask God *Look within His Word for response ACTION ITEMS: *Make a short list of areas where you need wisdom *Take some time to examine what the Bible says about each area *For example if you need wisdom on how to deal with difficulty look at what the Bible says about trials REFERENCED VERSES: Job 28:1-2; Job 28:12-15; James 1:5; Habakkuk 2:4 Proverbs 11:22; Proverbs 17:28 (CEV) “Even fools seem smart when they are quiet” Proverbs 22:13 Job 28:28 Psalm 111:10 Proverbs 9:10 Proverbs 15:33 Genesis 26:24 Deuteronomy 8:6 Proverbs 8:13 James 3:15 Titus 2:10 “... that they may adorn the doctrine of God or Savior in all things”