a strutting rooster; a he-goat; and a king with his army around him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 30:31? 2. How can we emulate the "strutting rooster" in our daily Christian walk? 3. What qualities of the "mighty king" should we incorporate into our leadership? 4. How does Proverbs 30:31 connect with other scriptures on godly confidence? 5. In what ways can we demonstrate the "striding" confidence in our faith journey? 6. How can Proverbs 30:31 inspire us to lead with strength and humility? 7. What is the significance of the lion in Proverbs 30:31? 8. How does Proverbs 30:31 relate to leadership qualities? 9. Why is the strutting rooster mentioned in Proverbs 30:31? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 30? 11. Who is Agur in the Book of Proverbs? 12. What wisdom and guidance does Proverbs offer for life? 13. Who is King Lemuel in the Bible? 14. What are common questions about proverbs? Discussion Questions 1. How can the confidence of the rooster be applied to our daily walk with Christ, and what are some practical ways to cultivate this confidence?2. In what ways can the leadership qualities of the he-goat be reflected in our roles within the church and family? 3. How does the image of a king with his army illustrate the importance of community and support within the church? 4. What are some areas in our lives where we need to be more vigilant, like the rooster, to avoid spiritual pitfalls? 5. How can we balance the authority we have in Christ with the humility He demonstrated, and what scriptures support this balance?1. How does Agur's declaration of his own ignorance in verses 1-4 influence your understanding of human wisdom compared to God's wisdom? 2. How can the modern person relate to the plea of Agur in verses 7-9 about not being rich or poor? 3. How do the four types of unpleasant people described in verses 11-14 reflect societal attitudes today? 4. In verses 15-16, the leech and its daughters represent insatiable greed. Can you identify current societal issues or personal experiences that reflect this insatiable desire? 5. How does the observation of the four wonders of the earth (verses 18-20) inspire awe and reverence for God’s creation? 6. Reflect on the four societal situations Agur describes as unbearable in verses 21-23. How do these scenarios manifest in today's world? 7. Agur points to four small creatures as examples of wisdom in verses 24-28. What can we learn from these creatures and how can we apply these lessons in our daily lives? 8. How can the "four creatures stately in their stride" described in verses 29-31 serve as an inspiration for us today? 9. In the final warnings (verses 32-33), Agur mentions the negative consequences of stirring up anger. How can this wisdom be applied in managing conflicts in our personal and professional lives? 10. How can Proverbs 30 help shape our perspective on contentment, humility, and wisdom? 11. In the modern world where material wealth is often seen as a measure of success, how can you apply Agur's prayer to "give me neither poverty nor riches" (Proverbs 30:8)? 12. In the context of our rapidly changing world, how can we incorporate Agur's observations of nature into our appreciation for God's creation? 13. In a society that often values personal opinion, how can we adopt Agur's humble recognition of his own lack of wisdom? 14. How can the analogies used by Agur in describing various societal issues be used to understand and address contemporary societal challenges? 15. Reflect on a situation where you have seen the wisdom of the "small creatures" in your own life. 16. Proverbs 30 gives a dire warning against slander in verse 10. How can we apply this in the era of social media and quick information dissemination? 17. How does Proverbs 30 inspire you to live a life of humility and integrity? 18. How can we maintain humility in a world that often promotes self-aggrandizement? 19. How can Agur's wisdom influence our understanding and response to societal and personal greed? 20. What steps can we take to ensure we are not the generation that Agur describes as having "teeth are swords and jaws are knives, devouring the oppressed from the earth and the needy from among humanity" (Proverbs 30:14)? Links Proverbs 30:31 NIVProverbs 30:31 NLT Proverbs 30:31 ESV Proverbs 30:31 NASB Proverbs 30:31 KJV Proverbs 30:31 Commentaries Bible Hub |



