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Walking Straight (Proverbs 4:20-27)

Dive into Proverbs 4:20-27 to uncover wisdom's guidance on maintaining a straight path in life. The session begins with an introduction focusing on the body's role in choosing wisdom. Explore discussions on summarizing the message of Proverbs 4:20-27, understanding the Hebrew concept of "heart," and the significance of guarding one's heart. Reflect on the father's advice for staying on the right path and consider practical ways to direct one's body towards walking straight.
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Walking Straight (Proverbs 4:20-27)

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Section 01
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Walking Straight (Proverbs 4:20-27)

Session Notes:

4:20-22: Introduction

4:23-26: Teaching

4:27: Summary

Discussion Questions:

1 The father plays on the idea of your body parts as characters in this drama of choosing wisdom. Can you find seven parts of the body listed here?

2 How would you put the message of Proverbs 4:20-27 in your own words?

3 How is the Hebrew concept of “heart” different from the English concept of “heart”?

4 Why do you think the father encourages the son to “guard your heart”?

5 Sometimes, the temptation to veer from the path is strong. How do the father’s words help keep the son headed in the right direction? What would it look like to direct your own body to the task of keeping you walking straight?

Walking Straight (Proverbs 4:20-27) Instructions

Section 01
19:29Walking Straight (Proverbs 4:20-27)Walking Straight (Proverbs 4:20-27)

Walking Straight (Proverbs 4:20-27)

Session Notes:

4:20-22: Introduction

4:23-26: Teaching

4:27: Summary

Discussion Questions:

1 The father plays on the idea of your body parts as characters in this drama of choosing wisdom. Can you find seven parts of the body listed here?

2 How would you put the message of Proverbs 4:20-27 in your own words?

3 How is the Hebrew concept of “heart” different from the English concept of “heart”?

4 Why do you think the father encourages the son to “guard your heart”?

5 Sometimes, the temptation to veer from the path is strong. How do the father’s words help keep the son headed in the right direction? What would it look like to direct your own body to the task of keeping you walking straight?