Episode Proverbial Wisdom
Sometimes the practical nature of the book doesn’t seem "spiritual" enough to be part of the Bible. Verses addressing laziness and hard work, or not co-signing on debt can feel too worldly or practical, but in fact the great insight Proverbs gives us is how innately spiritual every day is. If God created the world, and He did, then it would make sense that God has something to say about how to best live and thrive in it. Proverbs and the Wisdom Literature explores that with one important caveat. Proverbs must be understood rightly. Wisdom literature offers principles not promises. Discover what that means, and how Proverbs offers a Godly skill for living.
Chapter 1
Where do you get your words to live by? Maybe a grandparent or parent or coach or teacher or podcast? Well, the Old Testament book of Proverbs is known for sharing words of wisdom for everyday life. Join the group this week on Discover the Word for a study called “Proverbial Wisdom.” Rasool Berry leads Daniel Ryan Day, Elisa Morgan, and Vivian Mabuni in exploring how Proverbs offers principles, not promises for living life.
Chapter 2
Join the Discover the Word group to explore a subject the Old Testament book of Proverbs addresses more than any other book in the Bible. Discover how this “Proverbial Wisdom” describes pride and why it’s so often at the root of our unwise decisions. But Proverbs also identifies the spiritual opposite of pride that offers you the choice of a different path to take through life.
Chapter 3
You won’t want to miss this Discover the Word conversation as Rasool Berry, Daniel Ryan Day, Elisa Morgan, and Vivian Mabuni discuss the competition between wisdom and folly in the book of Proverbs. Explore the way that both wisdom and folly are calling your name—and discover how to recognize which voice you’re listening to.
Chapter 4
How frequently do you ask for input from others as you’re making decisions in life? Today the Discover the Word team explores one aspect of living wisely that the book of Proverbs promotes, which is wise counsel. Join us to discover “Proverbial Wisdom” about seeking out, listening to, and heeding wise counsel.
Chapter 5
Be part of the conclusion of this week’s Discover the Word series called “Proverbial Wisdom.” Join the group to discover how the wisdom in the book of Proverbs connects us to Jesus. Explore the connection between God’s making the world and having something to say about how we can best live in it.