Proverbs 6:1-15

July 20, 2025

Josh Martin

Proverbs 6:1–15 offers a series of warnings and practical wisdom about personal responsibility, laziness, and deceitful behavior. It begins by cautioning against unwise financial entanglements, such as guaranteeing another person’s debt, urging swift action to free oneself from such obligations. The passage then praises the industriousness of the ant, encouraging diligence and planning over laziness, which leads to poverty. Finally, it describes the destructive nature of wicked people who sow discord through lies, deceit, and malicious intent, warning that sudden ruin will come upon them without remedy. The overall message emphasizes integrity, hard work, and prudence in daily life.