Proverbs Book #18C (Commentary only)

Proverbs Book #18C (Commentary only)


Matthew Henry Concise Commentary - Chapter 18


Verse 1 If we would get knowledge and grace, we must try all
methods of improving ourselves. Verse 2 . Those make nothing
to purpose, of learning or religion, whose only design is to have
something to make a show with. Verse 3 . As soon as sin entered,
shame followed.

Verse 4 . The well-spring of wisdom in the heart of a believer,
continually supplies words of wisdom. Verse 5 . The merits of
a cause do to themselves by their ungoverned tongues!

Verse 8 . How base are those that sow contention! and what
fatal effects may be expected from small beginnings of jealousy!

Verse 9 . Omissions of duty, and in duty, are fatal to the soul, as
well as commissions( ) Lord Jesus Christ, forms a strong tower
for the believer, who relies on the Lord. How deceitful the defence
of the rich man, who has his portion and treasure in this world!

It is a strong city and a high wall only in his own conceit; for it
will fail when most in need. They will be exposed to the just
wrath of that Judge whom they despised as a Saviour.

Verse 12 . After the heart has been lifted up with pride, a fall
comes. But honour shall be the reward of humility.

Verse 13 . Eagerness, with self-conceit, will expose to shame.
Verse 14 . Firmness of mind supports under many pains and
trials. But when the conscience is tortured with remorse, no
human fortitude can bear the misery; what then will hell be?

Verse 15 . We must get knowledge, not only into our heads,
but into our hearts. Verse 16 . Blessed be the Lord, who makes
us welcome to come to his throne, without money and without
price. May his gifts make room for him in our souls.

Verse 17 . It is well to listen to our enemies, that we may form
a better judgment of ourselves. Verse 18 . It was customary
sometimes to refer matters to God, by casting lots, with solemn
prayer.

The profaning the lot, by using it in matters of diversion, or
coveting what belongs to others, forms an objection to this now.
Verse 19 . Great care must be taken to prevent quarrels among
relations and those under obligations to each other. Wisdom and
grace make it easy to forgive; but corruption makes it difficult.

Verse 20 . The belly is here put for the heart, as elsewhere;
and what that is filled with, our satisfaction will be accordingly,
and our inward peace. Verse 21 . Many a one has caused
his own death, or the death of others, by a false or injurious
tongue.

Verse 22 . A good wife is a great blessing to a man, and it is a
token of Divine favour. Verse 23 . Poverty tells men they must
not order or demand. And at the throne of God's grace we are
all poor, and must use entreaties.

Verse 24 . Christ Jesus never will forsake those who trust in and
love him. May we be such friends to others, for our Master's sake.

Having loved his own, which were in the world, he loved them
unto the end; and we are his friends if we do whatever he
commands us, ( John 15:14 ) .

God Bless you -
Chip Tarver
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