So, you are on the road of wisdom… Now what? This Sunday we will examine how King Solomon’s repeated appeals to his son to “pay attention” do not stop after his advice to “find the path of wisdom” is received. The emphasis in chapter 4 changes from “find” the path, to “Stay on” the path. What is the difference between knowledge, wisdom, and sight? Do they mean the same thing? Do you need one before you can get the other? Our text this week will shine a light on how these things can work together in our lives to keep us going straight on the path of life, avoiding the detours that lead away from the light and into the darkness.

For His Glory and your joy,
Pastor Jeff

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Discussion & Response Questions for Proverbs 4

1. Do you see the three sections of instruction in Proverbs 4 (vv. 1-9, 10-19, 20-27)? How would you summarize these words of instruction?
2. What does Solomon teach about how his father David instructed him? (vv. 3-9) How might this instruct us for how we disciple our children?
3. How have these things (vv. 3-9) come to pass in Solomon’s life? How do these things not come to pass in Rehoboam’s life?
4. In looking at the second instruction (vv. 10-19), how would you compare and contrast the path of the righteous vs the way of the wicked?
5. What does it look like to teach and to lead your children in the path of righteousness?
6. In considering the third instruction (vv. 20-27), notice how Solomon speaks holistically about the ears, heart, mouth, eyes, and feet. Why speak in these different ways?
7. What is distinct and unique about the heart?
8. How does Jesus speak of the path that leads to life? (Matthew 7:13-14).
9. What gospel realities do you see in Proverbs 4?