Proverbs Book #15C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #15C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 15

Verse 1 A right cause will be better pleaded with meekness
than with passion. Nothing stirs up anger like grievous words.

Verse 2 . He that has knowledge, is to use it aright, for the
good of others.

Verse 3 . Secret sins, services, and sorrows, are under God's
eye. This speaks comfort to saints, and terror to sinners.

Verse 4 . A good tongue is healing to wounded consciences,
by comforting them; to sin-sick souls, by convincing them; and
it reconciles parties at variance.

Verse 5 . If instruction is despised, reprove men rather than suffer
them to go on undisturbed in the way to ruin.

Verse 6 . The wealth of worldly men increases their fears and
suspicions, adds strength to their passions, and renders the
fear of death more distressing. Verse 7 . We use knowledge
aright when we disperse it; but the heart of the foolish has
nothing to stead of Christ's atonement, or in the place of holy
obedience.

Praying graces are his gift, and the work of his Spirit, with
which he is well pleased.

Verse 10 . He that hates reproof shall perish in his sins, since
he would not be parted from them. Verse 11 . There is nothing
that can be hid from the eyes of God, not even man's thoughts.
Verse 12 . A scorner cannot bear to reflect seriously within his
own heart. Verse 13 . A gloomy, impatient, unthankful spirit,
springing from pride and undue attachment to worldly objects,
renders a man uneasy to himself and others.

Verse 14 . A wise man seeks to gain more wisdom, growing
in grace and in the knowledge of Christ. But a carnal mind
rests contented, flattering itself. Verse 15 . Some are much
in affliction, and of a sorrowful spirit. Such are to be pitied,
prayed for, and comforted.

And others serve God with gladness of heart, and it prompts
their obedience, yet they should rejoice with trembling little; the
Lord is with them, without the cares, troubles, and temptations
which are with the wealth of the wicked.

Verse 18 . He that is slow to anger, not only prevents strife,
but appeases it, if kindled. Verse 19 . Those who have no
heart to their work, pretend that they cannot do their work
without hardship and danger. And thus many live always in
doubt about their state, because always in neglect of some
duty.

Verse 20 . Those who treat an aged mother or a father with
contempt or neglect, show their own folly. Verse 21 . Such as
are truly wise, study that their thoughts, words, and actions
should be regular, sincere, and holy.

Verse 22 . If men will not take time and pains to deliberate,
they are not likely to bring any thing to pass.

Verse 23 . Wisdom is needed to suit our discourse to the
occasions. Verse 24 . A good man sets his affections on
things above; his way leads directly thither.

Verse 25 . Pride is the ruin of multitudes. But those who are
in affliction God will support. Verse 26 . The thoughts of wicked
men offend Him who knows the heart.

Verse 27 . The covetous man lets none of his family have rest
or enjoyment. And greediness of gain often tempts to projects
that bring ruin. Verse 28 . A good man is proved to be a wise
man by this; he governs his tongue well. Verse 29 . God sets
himself at a distance from those who set him at defiance.

Verse 30 . How delightful to the humbled soul to hear the good
report of salvation by the Lord Jesus Christ! Verse 31 . Faithful,
friendly reproofs help spiritual life, and lead to eternal life.

Verse 32 . Sinners undervalue their own souls; therefore they
prefer the body before the soul, and wrong the soul to please
the body. Verse 33 . The fear of the Lord will dispose us to
search the Scriptures with reverence; and it will cause us to
follow the leadings of the Holy Spirit.

While we humbly place all our dependence on the grace of
God, we are exalted in the righteousness of Christ.

God Bless you -
Chip Tarver
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