Charles (Chuck) Kensinger

When we are young, we often ignore the advice of parents and older friends and family. Proverbs 3 begins with King Solomon advising his son to listen to these words of wisdom that he wishes to pass along. Love and faithfulness should be our practice all our lives. Verses five and six are ones to commit to memory if you do not already know them.

In this format every group of two verses completes a central idea. Look at a few of these. Pride, wealth, and discipline are these ideas. The chapter continues with a description of what can be gained with wisdom and understanding.

We also look at how we can be profitable. This wealth is not limited to money. Competence and discretion must be considered along with grace and honor.

It concludes with another series of paired comments that illustrate how a wise individual will treat others. A fool is the opposite of a wise person and his lot is described as dishonor.

Copyright 2021 by Charles Kensinger