DISCERNMENT I.Q. – Proverbs 16:26-33 – 4-19-26

Under the working theme of ‘the finishing school of kings’ we’ve considered Proverbs 16 in four sections. The first nine verses expounded the concept of agency under the royal preeminence of God as the font of all legitimate authority.  These verses reveal the relationship between human moral agency and God’s sovereignty.  The second section (verses 10-16) speaks to the royal ideal.  Here we are introduced to the model ruler, the moral standard for civil authorities.  In the third portion, verses 17-25 exhort the dominion agent to assess his own character applying principles internally to the discipline of self-government.  Finally, our chapter closes with instructions for the king to evaluate the reputation of others. Applying externally the standards of Godly character in verses 26-33.