The Pursuit Of Wisdom Is A Mark Of Discernment
Big Truth:
The Pursuit Of Wisdom Is A Mark Of Discernment
Proverbs 2:9-15; 14:8; 16:2; 16:21; 21:2; 22:3; 28:26; Philippians 1:9-11
Bible Verse:
“The discerning sets his face toward wisdom, but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.” (17:24)
“The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools is deceiving.” (14:8)
Big Ideas:
- Discernment is the ability to see the difference between what is wise and foolish.
- Discernment values wisdom over possessions and fame.
- Discernment pursues wisdom even when others do not.
Bible Passage:
Hebrews 5:11-6:1Influence:
FOCUS: Living In Wisdom
SERIES: Proverbs
This semester looks at how we are to live wisely for Christ in a world that is dark and decaying in sin. It overviews Proverbs in four mini-series, leading students to understand what wisdom is, why it is worthy to be pursued, how we ought to strive for it, and how we live in light of wisdom given from God.
View tips to teach and talk in this series here!
Every student should know:
- What wisdom is.
- Why wisdom is worthy to be pursued.
- How to grow in wisdom.
Every student should strive to:
- Read through the book of Proverbs one time each month.
- Memorize the Bible verse each week.
- Repent of the ways they have not pursued God and His wisdom.
Every student should feel:
- Love for God who gives all wisdom.
- Satisfied and secure in the wisdom of God.
- Responsible to use their influence to live for Jesus alone.
Every student should want:
- To fear the Lord and keep His commandments.
- To live their lives in pursuit of true wisdom.
- To guard their heart from all impurity.
