PROVERBS 17

SEEING WHAT'S
THERE

1. For each proverb in this chapter, decide what topic or topics
it most addresses. Then make a list of all the topics covered in this chapter,
and which verse numbers to list under each one. Which of these topics, if any, would
you consider to be the most prominent in this chapter? Which would you consider
to be most important?

CAPTURE THE
ESSENCE

2. Recall again
Solomon's statement that fearing God is
the starting point for wisdom. Review carefully the attitudes and behaviors
that are taught in this chapter. In which of them is it easiest for you to see
reverence for God as the underlying motive or foundation? In which of them is
it more difficult to see that foundation?

3. In your own words, what
would you say God wants us to understand most about Himself
in verse 3?

FOR LIFE
TODAY

4. In light of how
you're doing spiritually in your life today, which proverb in this chapter do
you think is the most important at this time — and why?