“Characteristics of the Wise and the Fool” / Proverbs 10-22, 27-29

“Characteristics of the Wise and the Fool” / Proverbs 10-22, 27-29

Casey Zachary / April 12, 2026

1. The wise fear the Lord. Fools arrogantly answer to no one. (15:33; 16:25)

2. The wise are . Fools despise knowledge. (10:8; 18:1-2)

3. The wise love . Fools hate reproof. (12:1; 17:10)

4. The wise use . Fools are undisciplined. (29:11)

5. The wise their words. Fools talk recklessly. (13:3; 15:28)

6. The wise desire . Fools stir up conflict. (12:18)

7. The wise take their sin . Fools dismiss their sin. (14:9, 16)

8. The wise learn . Fools believe anything. (14:15)

9. The wise ahead. Fools are impulsive. (21:5)

10. The wise seek . Fools do what is right in their own eyes. (12:15)

11. The wise diligently. Fools make lazy excuses. (10:4-5)

12. The wise have . Fools scheme deceit. (10:9)

13. The wise are . Fools are greedy. (11:24-25; 28:27)

14. The wise avoid . Fools invite harm. (13:20; 22:24-25; 27:17)

Is there an area where I’ve taken the bait and need instruction, accountability, or repentance?

Titus 3:3-7