The Power of Proverbs God created a world

The Power of Proverbs � God created a world of order � Rational rule – to prevent disorder � Foolishness is disorder in a person’s being � Wisdom tells us “The heart of a fool is not right. . ” so Proverbs keeps us from foolishness of heart and action

Proverbs on Self-Control Pasig Region Devotional Series

Self-control in life � Proverbs deals with wisdom in every area of a person’s life. � Self-control refers to ‘wise decisions’, especially compared to ‘rash decisions’ made by those who neglect the principles in Proverbs.

True Wisdom is ultimately… � Not � Not dependent dependent on on on education physical age wealth family background work situation church environment

� Prov 25. 28 Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control NLT A person without self-control is as defenseless as a city with broken-down walls.

Controlling the tongue � Prov 11. 12 A man who lacks judgment derides his neighbor, but a man of understanding holds his tongue. � Prov 29. 20 NLT There is more hope for a fool than for someone who speaks without thinking.

� Prov 17. 27 -28 A man of knowledge uses words with restraint, and a man of understanding is even -tempered. Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue.

� Prov 20. 4 A sluggard does not plow in season; so at harvest time he looks but finds nothing. � Prov 20. 13 Do not love sleep or you will grow poor; stay awake and you will have food to spare.

� Prov 20. 1 Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise. � Prov 23. 20 -21 Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat, for drunkards and gluttons become poor, and drowsiness clothes them in rags.

Areas of self-control �Speech �Sensuality �Soberness �Scheduling �Spending

� Prov 25. 28 Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control NLT A person without self-control is as defenseless as a city with broken-down walls.

Keys to success in self-control � Prayer � Focus � Imitation � Accountability � Humility

Proverbs on Self-Control Pasig Region Devotional Series