In this study we look at Proverbs 12:1, which states: “He that loves discipline loves knowledge, but he that hates reproof is stupid”. The purpose of the book of Proverbs is found in 1:2-6, which states that these proverbs will give one “instruction in wise behavior” and understanding of God’s ways. The book’s theme is […]
Entries from February 2011
The Reproof of Wisdom
February 20th, 2011 · No Comments
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A Good Name- Favor with God and Man
February 13th, 2011 · No Comments
This study looks at Proverbs 22:1, which states: “A good name is better than great riches, and favor better than silver and gold”. A good name is a good reputation that has been earned over time through two things: uprightness and benevolence. Uprightness involves meeting one’s obligations in relation to others. Benevolence/Goodness takes one beyond […]
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The Goal of the Instruction
February 6th, 2011 · No Comments
1 Timothy is a letter written not to a church, but to Paul’s younger co-worker Timothy, whom he has left in Ephesus as his apostolic delegate to oversee the work and affairs of the church there, as stated in 3:14-15: I write, so that you may know how one ought to conduct himself in the […]
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