The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked is perverse. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 10:32? 2. How can we ensure our words align with "what is fitting" in Proverbs 10:32? 3. What does Proverbs 10:32 teach about the power of righteous speech? 4. How does Proverbs 10:32 connect with James 3 on controlling the tongue? 5. In what ways can we avoid "perverse" speech as warned in Proverbs 10:32? 6. How can Proverbs 10:32 guide our daily conversations to reflect Christian values? 7. How does Proverbs 10:32 define the speech of the righteous versus the wicked? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Proverbs 10:32? 9. How does Proverbs 10:32 align with the overall message of the Book of Proverbs? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 10? 11. What does the Bible say about perverseness? 12. Proverbs 10:25 says the righteous remain firm in the storm--why then do natural disasters often strike believers and nonbelievers alike? 13. Who is a ransom for whom? Mark 10:45 and I Timothy 2:5-6 say Christ is a ransom for many/all. Proverbs 21:18 says the wicked is a ransom for the righteous. 14. What defines a perverse mouth? Discussion Questions 1. How can we cultivate a heart that naturally speaks what is fitting and righteous?2. In what ways can our speech impact our witness for Christ in our daily lives? 3. Reflect on a time when your words either built someone up or tore them down. What did you learn from that experience? 4. How does the concept of righteous speech in Proverbs 10:32 connect with the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament? 5. What practical steps can we take to ensure our speech aligns with the wisdom and righteousness described in Proverbs?1. How does Proverbs 10 distinguish between the wise and the foolish? 2. What lessons can we learn from the contrast between the righteous and the wicked? 3. How does Proverbs 10 define the outcomes of diligence and laziness? 4. What does Proverbs 10 teach about the power and impact of our words? 5. In what ways does Proverbs 10 inform our understanding of wealth and poverty? 6. How can you apply the teachings of Proverbs 10 in your daily life? 7. What are some real-life situations where you've observed the truth of these proverbs? 8. How can the teachings of Proverbs 10 guide us in our professional lives? 9. What steps can one take to follow the path of the wise, as described in Proverbs 10? 10. How can the principles of Proverbs 10 help in handling conflict situations? 11. Reflect on a time when you've seen the consequences of deceit in a personal or professional context. How does Proverbs 10's wisdom apply? 12. How can we use our speech to build up rather than tear down, as suggested in Proverbs 10? 13. How does Proverbs 10 describe the concept of "the Lord's blessing"? 14. How does the understanding of life and death in Proverbs 10 inform your view on eternal life? 15. Can you share examples of the "righteous path" and the "way of the wicked" from current events or recent history? 16. How does the wisdom in Proverbs 10 challenge our society’s view of success? 17. How can you encourage others to follow the wisdom outlined in Proverbs 10? 18. Reflect on a personal situation where the teachings of Proverbs 10 could have changed the outcome. 19. How can the wisdom of Proverbs 10 help us to become better leaders in our communities? 20. In what ways does the teachings of Proverbs 10 influence your perspectives on ethics and morality? Links Proverbs 10:32 NIVProverbs 10:32 NLT Proverbs 10:32 ESV Proverbs 10:32 NASB Proverbs 10:32 KJV Proverbs 10:32 Commentaries Bible Hub |



