Charles (Chuck) Kensinger

We are looking at dualities and opposites again in Proverbs 11. Honesty and integrity begin the chapter. The wicked fall as the blameless continue their road. Our treachery will cage us. The wicked go into trouble and tear down the community. The guidance of many councilors delivers us.

Pride is another theme that recurs in Proverbs. Humility is the converse of it and wisdom comes from humility. A man with understanding remains silent. The foolish Show contempt. If you look for trouble you will find it.

Let’s talk about what this chapter says about wealth. On the day of the Lord righteousness will rescue us while money will not. Hope placed in wealth will disappear. Signing as security for a stranger will bring suffering. Empty wages are earned by those who are evil. Giving freely leads to more funds and greed hurts the poor.  

Jehovah and man are another topic that is discussed. We should not place our hope in mankind, but in the Lord. Often it appears that our relationship with Yahweh can be seen in how we respond to others around us.

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