NIV • Wisdom • Character • Discipline • Relationships
Name: ___________________________
Date: ___________________________
🌿 CHAPTER SUMMARY
Proverbs 22 teaches that character is more valuable than wealth. The chapter emphasizes humility, wisdom, generosity, discipline, integrity, avoiding harmful influences, and making wise choices. It reminds us that the way we live today can shape our future.
✨ KEY VERSES & LESSONS
Proverbs 22:1
A good reputation and character are worth more than great riches.
Proverbs 22:2
Rich and poor may have different circumstances, but God is the Creator of them all.
Proverbs 22:3
A wise person recognizes danger and takes steps to avoid it.
Proverbs 22:4
Humility and reverence for God lead to true spiritual riches and honor.
Proverbs 22:6
Parents are encouraged to intentionally guide and teach their children.
Proverbs 22:7
Debt can create a form of bondage, reminding us to handle finances wisely.
Proverbs 22:9
Generosity toward people in need is blessed.
Proverbs 22:24–25
Be careful about forming close relationships with people who are consistently angry, because their behavior can influence you.
💭 REFLECTION
1. What does Proverbs 22 teach me about the value of my character?
2. Where do I need to make a wiser decision instead of ignoring a warning sign?
3. What area of my life needs more discipline?
☐ Finances
☐ Relationships
☐ Words
☐ Emotions
☐ Parenting
☐ Spiritual life
☐ Other: __________________
4. Who or what influences my decisions the most? Is that influence helping me grow?
❤️ PERSONAL APPLICATION
God is asking me to:
One thing I will change this week:
One person I can encourage or bless:
🙏 PRAYER
Lord, help me value wisdom and character more than temporary things. Give me discernment to recognize what is harmful, humility to accept correction, discipline to make wise choices, and a generous heart toward others. Help me become the person You are calling me to be and guide me in the way I lead and influence those around me. Amen.
🌸 TAKEAWAY
“My character is worth more than what I possess.”
What I learned today:
A word I am carrying with me: ______________________
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