Proverbs 9:10 – The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. In this study, we will examine the the pursuit of spiritual knowledge and wisdom in comparison to the pursuit of worldly knowledge and wisdom. Continue reading
Isaiah 55:8 – “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the LORD. In this study we will briefly examine the difference between God’s thoughts and our thoughts and God’s ways and our ways, and the couple of things we can get out of this difference. Continue reading
Proverbs 3:34 – He mocks proud mockers but gives grace to the humble. In this study we will examine what are some of the characteristics of a proud person, and in contrast, the characteristics of a humble person. Continue reading
Proverbs 11:7 -When a wicked man dies, his hope perishes; all he expected from his power comes to nothing. Solomon here departs from his norm and emphasizes on the same point rather than use an antithesis to parallel his point. In this study we will look at the relevance of this emphasis, and ponder a little on the Christian hope. Continue reading
1 Corinthians 1:18 – For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to we who are being saved it is the power of God. What is wisdom and what is foolishness? An examination on the wisdom of men and the wisdom of God. Continue reading
Job 32:9 – It is not only the old who are wise, not only the aged who understand what is right. In the study of this verse we will introduce a lesser known character, Elihu, and focus on his stand on youth and wisdom. Continue reading
Proverbs 27:17 – as iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. In this study we will look into the analogy of iron sharpening and how it can be applied to us both positively and negatively. Continue reading
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