Appreciating the Promise and Gift of Wisdom in Proverbs 3
Delve into the wisdom of Proverbs 3:13-26 with Pastor Perry Stuckey, exploring the value, power, and longevity that wisdom brings. Discover why wisdom is superior to wealth, offers influence and respect, and grants peace and security to those who embrace it.
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Sermon Series: Part II Pearls of Wisdom to Live By Sermon Title: Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom Scripture: Proverbs 3:13-26 By: Pastor Perry Stuckey
Introduction The major theme of the book of Proverbs is wisdom and wise decision making The first step in gaining wisdom is to Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and lean not to your own understanding The second half of Proverbs 3 beginning at verse 13 is made up of independent poems, the first three providing the motivation for wisdom. (vs. 13-18, vs.19-20 and vs. 21-26)
Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom The word Blessed gives us an imperative that blessed is the man or woman who acquires wisdom followed by a series of motive clauses giving the reason why the individuals would be happy for the inheritance they are going to gain. Blessed - describes the heavenly bliss stemming from being right with God.
Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom Examining the Text We discover the Validation of Wisdom in Proverbs 3:14-18
Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom Examining the Text We learn three things in verse 14-18 1.) We discover Wisdom is better than wealth 2.) We discover Wisdom yield is powerful-she gives power, influence and respect. 3.) We discover Wisdom -and learn that long life is in her right hand.
Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom Examining the Text We discover the Value of Wisdom in Proverbs 3:19-20
Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom Examining the Text We discover the Value of Wisdom for our children, family and friends in Proverbs 3:21-26
Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom Proverbs 3:24-26 reveals with Wisdom: When we lie-down we will not be afraid We will have no fear of sudden disaster or of ruin that overtakes the wicked Verse 26 gives us Confidence that the Lord will keep your foot from being snared
