The opening verses of Proverbs provide the purpose of this Old Testament Poetic Book:
The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair; for giving prudence to those who are simple, knowledge and discretion to the young … (Prov. 1:1-4)
Who doesn’t need wisdom and discernment for making the right kinds of choices? Teaching this book of the Bible will provide people with wisdom for everyday living.
Curriculum Bible Study Resources on the Book of Proverbs
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For Adults:
- 1 Kings 1 to 11, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes: The Rise and Fall of Solomon by John F. MacArthur
- A 12-Week Study (Knowing the Bible Series) by Lydia Brownback, Dane C. Ortlund
- Discovering the Treasures of a Godly Woman: Proverbs 31 (A Woman After God’s Own Heart Series) by Elizabeth George
- Discovering Wisdom in Proverbs: A Creative Devotional Study Experience by Jean E. Jones, Pam Farrel, Karla Dornacher
- Everlasting Wisdom for Everyday Life Bible Study Book with Video Access by Vance Pitman
- Great Wisdom in Small Packages (LifeChange Bible Studies Series) by Bonnie Rhodes
- Jesus In All Of Proverbs at LifeChurch
- Learning to Live Wisely (LifeGuide Bible Studies Series) by William Mouser
- Proverbs & Parables: God’s Wisdom for Living (Fisherman Bible Studyguide Series) by Dee Brestin
- Proverbs, Volume 1: Discovering Ancient Wisdom for a Postmodern World by Sue Edwards
- Proverbs, Volume 2: Discovering Ancient Wisdom for a Postmodern World by Sue Edwards
- Real Wisdom for Real Life by Kathleen Nielson
- The Way of Wisdom: Bible Study Book with Video Access by Jen Wilkin, Ruth Chou Simons, Kelly Minter, Courtney Doctor
- The Ways of Wisdom (Living Word Bible Studies) by Kathleen Nielson
- Walk the Walk in Wisdom by Ministry Tools Resource Center
- Wisdom for Everyday Living Adult Curriculum by Ministry Tools Resource Center
- Wisdom for Living at LifeChurch
For Children:
- Proverbs Bible Lessons for Kids by TrueWay Kids
- Proverbs for Grades 4-6 at LifeChurch
- Wise Choices at LifeChurch (for elementary age)
- Variety of Lessons at Ministry to Children
For Teens:
- Don’t Be Fooled: A Guide to Walking Wisely by Trevor Hamaker
- Essentials: Proverbs by Justin Minter
- Eternal Life Hacks by Andrew Yakel
- Grounded – Teen Bible Study Book: Wisdom for Real Life from Proverbs and James by Clayton & Sharie King
- How to Be Wise at Ministry to Youth
- Overview of Proverbs at Teen Sunday School
- Proverbs: 4-Week Bible Study at Ministry to Youth
- Proverbs: 4-Week Junior High Series at Ministry to Youth
- Proverbs Bible Lessons for Teens by TrueWay Kids
- Temporary High: Wisdom That Could Save Your Life by Sabrina Hadro
- The Good Life by Ryan Jantz
- Variety of Lessons at Youth Group Ministry
- Wisdom: A Study In Proverbs by Andy Klenke
Tools for Teaching This Book of the Bible
For Adults & Some Could Be Used for Teens:
- Book: Shepherd’s Notes: Proverbs by Duane A. Garrett
- Infographic: Look at the Book: Proverbs
- Video: A Complete Guide to Proverbs
- Video: A Poetic Introduction to the Book of Proverbs at LifeChurch
- Video: Wisdom Proverbs by LifeChurch
- Video & Article: Summary of the Book of Proverbs
For Children:
- Audio: Bible on the Go Vol. 29: Teachings About Wisdom (Proverbs 1-3, 15, 22, 24; Ecclesiastes 2-3, 12) by Zonderkidz