1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 28:23?

2. How does Proverbs 28:23 encourage honest feedback over flattery in relationships?

3. Why might "a man who rebukes" gain more favor than one who flatters?

4. How does Proverbs 28:23 connect with Ephesians 4:15 about speaking truth in love?

5. What practical steps can you take to offer constructive criticism biblically?

6. How can Proverbs 28:23 guide you in receiving correction from others?

7. How does Proverbs 28:23 challenge our approach to giving and receiving criticism?

8. Why is honest rebuke valued over flattery in Proverbs 28:23?

9. What historical context influenced the writing of Proverbs 28:23?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 28?

11. What is the Bible's view on flattery?

12. What does the Bible say about accepting bribes?

13. What is the Bible's perspective on wealth?

14. What does the Bible say about superstitions?1. How can we discern when it is appropriate to offer a rebuke to someone, and what should our motivations be?

2. Reflect on a time when you received a rebuke. How did it impact your personal growth, and what can you learn from that experience?

3. In what ways can flattery be harmful to both the giver and the receiver, and how can we guard against it in our interactions?

4. How does the principle of speaking the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15) guide us in offering correction to others?

5. What steps can we take to ensure that our rebukes are received favorably and lead to positive change, rather than resentment or conflict?1. How does Proverbs 28 differentiate between the righteous and the wicked?

2. What does it mean to be "as bold as a lion" in our contemporary context?

3. How do the lessons about leadership in Proverbs 28 apply to today's leaders?

4. What are the consequences of choosing wealth over integrity according to this chapter?

5. How does this chapter view self-trust and self-reliance in comparison to seeking advice from others?

6. How does this Proverb link poverty and wealth to morality?

7. How can we apply the principle of 'trusting in the Lord' in our day-to-day life?

8. How can we interpret and apply the lessons about the dangers of greed in our consumerist society?

9. What does it mean in our present context to "give rebuke" over flattery?

10. How does this Proverb view guilt and its consequences?

11. How can we cultivate the wisdom and understanding of justice as described in this Proverb?

12. How can we apply the principles of Proverbs 28 in our relationships?

13. How do the principles in this chapter guide us in our professional lives?

14. What does the contrasting of the wicked and the righteous teach us about the biblical understanding of justice?

15. How does this chapter's teaching on leadership apply to our roles within our families or communities?

16. How can the lessons on the consequences of wrongdoing help shape our decision-making process?

17. In what ways does Proverbs 28 suggest we approach wealth and poverty?

18. How can we use the wisdom in Proverbs 28 to navigate societal pressures and expectations?

19. How does the concept of 'fearing the Lord' apply to our understanding of faith?

20. How can we use this chapter to guide us in our pursuit of wisdom and righteousness?

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