May 12, 2026 - Proverbs 3-4

Week 20

• Proverbs 1-2

• Proverbs 3-4

• Proverbs 16-18

• Proverbs 31

• 1 King 11-12

Proverbs 3–4 continue Solomon’s instructions to those in their youth. In these two chapters, as in other parts of Proverbs, wisdom is personified as a woman seeking others who will listen to her teachings. Whether or not a person listens determines the path of his or her life. Those who fail to heed her instructions will suffer devastating consequences, while those who pursue wisdom will receive many benefits, as these chapters describe. In chapter 4, Solomon roots his plea for wise living in his own upbringing and the tradition of the Israelites—David passed down the importance of wisdom to Solomon, and Solomon passed it on to his children through discipleship. Chapter 3 makes it clear that we gain wisdom through the study of God’s Word first and foremost. The Bible is God’s revelation of Himself and His truth, and it teaches us how to live for God and share His love with the world. The close of chapter 3 points out an important teaching—one of the reasons we need wisdom for living is so that we know how to relate in godly love to the people in our lives.

How are you doing at trusting God with all your heart and leaning on His understanding (Prov. 3:5)? Meditate on His trustworthiness today and surrender leadership and control of your day to Him, joyfully expectant and confident of all He will pour out in return.