Date: Jun. 15, 2017
Proverbs 26:1-12
Key Verse: Proverbs 26:11
1. Fools (1-3)
There are many proverbs that describe the folly of a fool. A fool curses good men. But his undeserved curse is ineffective. A fool despises the advice of the wise. He only deserves a rod for his back. We were fools who deserved rods but our Lord Jesus received punishment for our folly to save us. (1 Pet 2:24)
2. Wise in his own eyes (4-12)
We must deal wisely with a proud fool, or our effort to help him becomes worse than useless. He is a fool because he does not listen to the rebuke. To trust a fool is like cutting one's feet. A fool repeats his foolishness as a dog returns to its vomit. He is a fool because he is wise in his eyes.
Prayer: Lord, let me listen to your corrections and repent with a sensitive heart.
One Word: Be wise in God's eyes
Psalm 34:1-22
Key Verse: 34:12-14
What man is there who desires life
and loves many days, that he may see good?
Keep your tongue from evil
and your lips from speaking deceit.
Turn away from evil and do good;
seek peace and pursue it.
