PROVERBS 23

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?

FOR LIFE
TODAY

3.   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?