October 2, 2019October 1, 2019
Lessons from Proverbs 10
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Proverbs 10
Intro.
Up until now, we have been in the introduction to the Book of Proverbs.
The word “proverb” is defined as
1. A short sentence often repeated, expressing a well known truth or
common fact, ascertained by experience or observation; a maxim of
wisdom. (Webster’s American Dictionary 1828)
Each proverb stands on it’s own. Think of them as individual ponds of
water, not a continuous flow of a river. We are going to try to take
larger themes from each chapter to keep us moving through the book. We
could spend the next 5 years going through every verse, but we have a
whole Bible to study.
October 30, 2019 October 30, 2019
Importance of Words
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Proverbs 13
Intro.
Words have a profound effect on people, and lives. Words are used to
express an opinion, or idea that one may have. The Bible gives ample
warning about the use of our tongue, mouth, and lips in the form of
words. Words have been known to start a war, take the very life from
people. Words have also been used to build some very successful people
in the world. Words were used to frame our very Constitution, and Bill
of Rights. Words can be used to accurately record history, or
misconstrue historical facts. Words are important!
May 17, 2026 May 17, 2026
Defining Actions
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Mark 14:1-9
Introduction
Last week we looked at the Olivet Discourse. Jesus had just gone through the end times with the disciples on the mount of Olives. We literally could spend weeks on that chapter, but let’s move on through the Gospel of Mark as we continue. We are drawing to the close of the Gospel of Mark. Mark 14 is the longest chapter, and is the beginning of the end, Jesus death, burial and resurrection.
November 13, 2019 November 13, 2019
What Does God See?
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Proverbs 15:3
Intro.
What does God see? If we could be mindful of this in our life all the
time, it would be of great value and benefit to the way we live our life
from day to day.
I. Power of Words (1,2,3a)
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A. Soft Words - (1)
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Doesn’t imply a weak or compromising answer.
Jesus often gave a soft answer when dealing with the Pharisees who came
accusing Jesus in attempts to trap Him.
January 15, 2020 January 15, 2020
Four Features of a Fool
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Intro.
Fool is a prominent word in Chapter 17. We do understand that the
Proverbs are not a continuous flow of thoughts, but rather a collection
of wise sayings. By selecting a prominent word, by no means am I
covering the entirety of the chapter. I have only selected a few
proverbs that appear in the same chapter, and teaching on them. There
are many themes, and lessons that can be learned from chapter 17 that
will not be touched tonight… so by all means, do take the time to read
Proverbs 17, and see other things written in there.
January 22, 2020 January 22, 2020
I. Wise Person
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Proverbs 18
Proverbs 18:1-5
Wise Person (Pro 18:1)
A. Desire
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• You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink
• You can lead a fool to wisdom, but you cannot make him learn.
B. Decision (separate)
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• You decided to come to church, you choose, with purpose to arrive at
church.
• People don’t always choose to do the right thing.
April 8, 2020 April 8, 2020
Proverbs 18:17
Introduction
I. Diligence (Pro 18:17)
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Prov. 18:17 ¶ He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his
neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
A. First report
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1. Two siblings… the first one that can get to the parent, and give a report… will spin it to make sure they appear right
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2. If you only listen to one side of the story… you will likely side with that person.
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- There are always those who are more than willing to run around and
give their story so others will feel bad for them.
- There is always another side to the story, if you only take the one
side, you will not know the full truth.
- Vs 13 – He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly
and shame unto him.
B. Two ears
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- We should always be careful to look for both sides.
- Justice resides somewhere in the middle of both stories.
II. Casting lots (Proverbs 18:18)
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Prov. 18:18 ¶ The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between
the mighty.
April 15, 2020 April 15, 2020
Life Lessons
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Proverbs 18:20-24
Introduction
Lord willing I would like to finish this chapter up. Again, these
thoughts are not always tied together, so we will simply take each verse
as it stands. The first two verses deal with the same subject matter, so
we are able to put those under the same point.
I. Words to mean something (Proverbs 18:20)
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A. Power of words (Pro 18:21)
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1. Your words carry a lot of weight.
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2. Some words, are not helpful. Matter of fact, they are empty over all.
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James 3:10-12 Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing.
My brethren, these things ought not so to be. 11 Doth a fountain send
forth at the same place sweet water and bitter? 12 Can the fig tree,
my brethren, bear olive berries? either a vine, figs? so can no
fountain both yield salt water and fresh.