"Wisdom Literature" is the term frequently used to describe the books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. During this fall quarter we begin with six studies from the book of Job, discovering that there are no easy answers as to why bad things happen to good people. Four studies in the book of Proverbs expand upon the principle that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Finally, amid the cynicism that is expressed by "the Teacher" in the book of Ecclesiastes, we discover some very wise counsel.
SAMPLE: Wisdom for the Christian Walk
lessons
1. Job Tested (Job 1:1-3, 9-10, 12-22)
2. Job's Physical Affliction (Job 2:1-10)
3. A Friend's Explanation (Job 11:1-6, 13-17)
4. Job's Answer (Job 23:1-12)
5. The Lord Answers Job (Job 38:1-7; 40:7-9)
6. Job Before a Holy God (Job 40:3-5; 42:2-6, 12-13)
7. Wisdom for the Community (Proverbs 1:1-9; 2:1-5)
8. Lady Wisdom (Proverbs 1:20-33; 3:13-20; 8:22-31; 9:1-6)
9. Wise Habits (Proverbs 3:27-35; 4:14-19; 26:13-28)
10. Smart Relationships (Proverbs 10:11-14, 18-22; 22:22-23; 14:31; 28:3-8)
11. The Fragile Life (Ecclesiastes 1:1-4, 9-11; 8:16-17; 1:18; 9:1-6)
12. Making a Mark (Ecclesiastes 2:14-16; 5:8-17; 8:6-8)
13. Live Today Well (Ecclesiastes 2:24-26; 5:18-20; 9:7-10)