Christ in Wisdom Literature
Northwest Bible Church - April 30, 2017 - Christ in the OT series - Alan Conner
Christ in Wisdom Literature
Intro
A. WISDOM IN PROVERBS.
1. What is “wisdom”?
2. The nature of a proverb.
B. IS CHRIST IN PROVERBS?
1. Wisdom is personified in - Prov. 1:20-33; 8; 9:1-12.
a) Some believe that here “wisdom” is personified as an attribute of God.
b) Others believe that “wisdom” here is a TYPE of Christ.
2. The prophecy of the Son of God. Prov. 30:4.
3. Proverbs reveals the life of wisdom which is perfectly embodied in Christ.
4. Confirmed in the OT and NT. Isa. 11:2; Mt 12:42; 1 Cor. 1:24; Col. 2:3.
C. WISDOM PERSONIFIED AS CHRIST.
1. Wisdom is involved in creation – Prov. 8:22-31
2. Wisdom is eternal with God – Prov. 8:22-27.
3. Wisdom’s delight (8:30-32).
D. THE NEED FOR WISDOM.
1. We live in a world dominated by folly, and many snares with it.
2. The consequences of forsaking wisdom. Prov. 1:24-32.
3. The value of wisdom: Prov. 3:13-18.
4. Beware: YOU CAN LOSE WISDOM.
E. HOW TO GET WISDOM.
1. Begin with Christ. We find it in Christ. Col. 2:3.
2. Seek wisdom in Christ. Prov. 2:3-5; 8:17.
3. Seek Christ in the Scriptures.
4. Ask God for it. Prov. 2:6; Jam. 1:5-6.
5. Be teachable - Prov. 15:31
Conclusion