Questions and Answers
What does Proverbs 6 speak against regarding surety?
Whose ways are we to consider in order to be wise?
the ant
Who is told to watch the ways of the ant?
the lazy man
What are some characteristics of how an ant works?
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What will happen to the sleeping lazy person?
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List three things a troublemaker does.
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What is the result of wicked behavior?
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What word is the Bible's strongest expression for wickedness?
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Explain the 'proud look' which God hates.
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What kind of tongue does God hate?
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Finish this statement: 'A proud look, a lying tongue, and _____ ______ _____________ _______'
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What kind of heart does God hate?
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What does the Lord hate for our feet to do?
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What makes a witness false?
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What brings God's greatest disapproval?
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How close are we to hold our parents' instructions?
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What three things will a parent's teaching do for you when you go your own way?
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Study Notes
Proverbs Chapter 6 Study Notes
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Surety: Instructs not to guarantee another's debt to avoid financial traps (6:1-5).
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Wisdom from the Ant: The ant serves as a model for diligence and self-sufficiency (6:6).
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Caution to the Lazy: The lazy person is urged to observe the ant’s industriousness to learn productivity (6:6).
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Ant’s Work Ethic: Ants provide for themselves autonomously, exemplifying dedication and foresight (6:7-8).
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Consequences of Laziness: The lazy individual will face unexpected poverty, like a thief creeping in (6:10-11).
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Characteristics of a Troublemaker:
- Uses malicious speech
- Engages in harmful actions
- Sows discord among others (6:12-14).
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Result of Wickedness: A sinner will inevitably face sudden downfall due to their actions (6:15).
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Term for Wickedness: "Abomination" is the strongest word used in the Bible to denote severe wickedness (6:16).
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God's Disdain for Pride: A "proud look" signifies arrogance and a lack of respect for others (6:17).
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Lying Tongue: Deception through lying is another trait that God despises (6:17).
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Additional Wicked Traits:
- Hands that "shed innocent blood" is part of the summary of heinous behaviors (6:17).
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Wicked Heart: God disapproves of a heart that plots evil (6:18).
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Mischief in Motion: The Lord dislikes when one’s actions lead to trouble or mischief (6:18).
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False Witness: Lying under oath constitutes a false witness, eroding justice (6:19).
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Discord Among Brethren: Causing division and strife among people is viewed as highly disapproved by God (6:19).
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Parents' Instructions: Emphasizes the importance of holding onto parental guidance as a source of wisdom and protection (6:20-21).
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Benefits of Parental Teaching:
- Provides direction
- Offers protection
- Engages in continual conversation and guidance (6:22).
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