Proverbs and Ecclesiastes
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Call to Worship: Psalm 71:1-8
Reflection Questions:
Read Psalm 71:1-8. Choose one of the verses to meditate on for two minutes.
Do you have a family proverb or favorite saying? An example might be: “early bird gets the worm.”
Read the father’s words to his sons in Proverbs 4. What verse do you think summarizes the advice?
Why is wisdom important to pursue in life? What is your current approach to getting wise?
Ecclesiastes 2:12-16 offers a different take on wisdom and folly. Why is it helpful to live with death in mind?
Read Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. What time is it for you in your life?
Read Paul’s description of Jesus in Colossians 2:2-3. How does Jesus display all the treasures of wisdom?
How do you apply Jesus as the source of wisdom in your life?
As we come to a close, be honest: what is an area of your life that you are struggling to apply the wisdom of Jesus? Prayerfully surrender that to Jesus and ask him for guidance.
Daily Scripture Reading
Explore GodStory OurStory in the readings this week.
Aug 10 1 Chr 15-17, Ps 67
Aug 11 1 Chr 18-21, Ps 68
Aug 12 1 Chr 22-24, Ps 69
Aug 13 1 Chr 25-29, Ps 70
Aug 14 2 Chr 1-4, Ps 71
Aug 15 2 Chr 5-8, Ps 72
Aug 16 2 Chr 9-12, Ps 73
Resources:
Bible Project Guides on Proverbs and Ecclesiastes