Introduction | “An Apple a Day...”

The Need | To Know

Knowing by Heart

Knowing Ourselves

Knowing God

The Problem | We Have Small, Sinful Hearts

Small and Designed to Grow

Damaged and Deceived by Sin

The Solution | A Teacher Has Come...

...Who Is “the Word” (John 1:1)

...Who “became to us wisdom from God” (1 Corinthians 1:30)

...Who Promised to “guide you into all the truth” (John 15:13).

...Who Teaches “the fear of the LORD” (Isaiah 11:2–3)

Conclusion | Fear God and Get Wise

Discussion Questions

1. Who wrote/compiled the Book of Proverbs? (v. 1). What do you know about his life? How might this make you even more eager to study the book?
2. According to vv. 2–6, what is the purpose of the Book of Proverbs? Who are the different “audiences” that the book is written to?
3. How is “knowing” a basic part of human experience? What are some obstacles to knowledge that we all face?
4. What is eternal life? How might John 17:3 inform your answer?
5. What does “teaching” have to do with Jesus’ role as your Savior?
6. What is “the beginning of knowledge” according to v. 7? How does this attitude/mindset change the way you see the world?
7. What are some practical ways that you can live out v. 7 this year?