Douglas Jacoby Podcast

Proverbs: Chapter 11

Episode Summary

Douglas continues his series on The Book of Proverbs, looking today at chapter 11. This Podcast was published on Jan 11, 2016.

Episode Notes

For additional notes and resources check out Douglas’ website.

Salient points:

• The Lord detests shady business practices. See Lev 19:15; Deut 25:13-16; Amos 8:5; Prov 11:1; 16:11; 20:10,23.
• Re: v12: One does not build himself up by tearing others down (also v.9).
• V15 and many other proverbs warn us of the dangers of guaranteeing a loan.
• People who value money over people -- ruthless, violent types -- may be wealthy, but they are the true losers.
• Giving has a reflexive aspect (v17; also 24-25).
• There is a good deal of humor in Proverbs, such as v.22.

Challenge:  To not deride our neighbor.

Tomorrow: Proverbs 12