Sermon Series Part II Pearls of Wisdom to

Sermon Series: Part II “Pearls of Wisdom to Live By” Sermon Title: “Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom” Scripture: By: Pastor Perry Stuckey Proverbs 3: 13 -26

Introduction – The major theme of the book of Proverbs is wisdom and wise decision making – The first step in gaining wisdom is to “Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and lean not to your own understanding” – The second half of Proverbs 3 beginning at verse 13 is made up of independent poems, the first three providing the motivation for wisdom. (vs. 13 -18, vs. 19 -20 and vs. 21 -26)

“Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom” – The word “Blessed” gives us an imperative that blessed is the man or woman who acquires “wisdom” followed by a series of motive clauses giving the reason why the individuals would be happy for the inheritance they are going to gain. – “Blessed”- describes the heavenly bliss stemming from being right with God.

“Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom” – Examining the Text – We discover the “Validation of Wisdom” in Proverbs 3: 14 -18

“Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom” – Examining the Text – We learn three things in verse 14 -18 1. ) We discover “Wisdom” is better than wealth 2. ) We discover “Wisdom” yield is powerful-she gives power, influence and respect. 3. ) We discover “Wisdom”-and learn that long life is in her right hand.

“Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom” – Examining the Text – We discover the “Value” of Wisdom in Proverbs 3: 19 -20

“Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom” – Examining the Text – We discover the “Value of Wisdom for our children, family and friends” in Proverbs 3: 21 -26

“Appreciating the Promise and the Gift of Wisdom” – Proverbs 3: 24 -26 reveals with Wisdom: – When we lie-down we will not be afraid – We will have no fear of sudden disaster or of ruin that overtakes the wicked – Verse 26 gives us “Confidence” that the Lord will keep your foot from being “snared”