The Self-Control of the Wise
The wise cultivate self-control, building helpful traits and restricting harmful desires.
Proverbs 25:28
The Teachable Heart of the Wise
The wise have teachable hearts that hunger for instruction and even correction so that they may become wiser.
Proverbs 13:1
The Humility of the Wise
The wise person will reject pride and embrace the humility that flows from recognizing our own unworthiness before God.
Proverbs 11:2
The Sexual Life of the Wise
The wise person will avoid all sexual immorality but will enjoy a passionate sexual relationship with their spouse.
Proverbs 5:1-23 (& Song of Solomon)
The Heart of the Wise – Shaping Our Souls for Character
The key to a godly character is carefully guarding our hearts because the state of the heart determines character.
Proverbs 4:20-23
The Gate to the Way of Wisdom: The Fear of the Lord
The gate to the way of wisdom is the fear of the Lord — a proper reverence and awe for our great God.
Proverbs 1:7
The Way of Wisdom
The wisdom books of the Old Testament teach us how to shape our souls so that we acquire the skill to learn and live successfully in this fallen world.
Proverbs 1:1-7
Biblical Principles for Selecting A Marriage Partner (Part 2)
When thinking about a marriage partner, we need to follow God’s wisdom and choose someone, not based on external looks, but on the basis of godly character.
Proverbs 31:10, 30
Late Fall and Winter – Our Later Years
Our later years are a time of celebration of past efforts and investment in the future, as the wisdom gleaned through the years is passed on to the next generations.
Proverbs 20:29