What various kinds of wrong speech are exposed in 26:18-27:2? Answer: Gossip, liar, quarrelsome, seductive like the adulteress, like a con-man (v24),
‘Be wise, my son’ (27:11). What direction for wise living do you find in 27:5-22, especially in regards to friendship? Answer: (v6) watch out, your enemies may be “kissing” you but in reality they are probably stabbing you in the back. V9, friends counsel is blessed. V10, close friends are better than family. V14, don’t be a false friend (calling our blessing to win favor with someone). V17, friends make each other better in the Word.
What according to 27:23-27, is the reward of diligence? Cf. also 27:18; 28:19; Rom 12:11. Answer: The reward is eternal salvation!
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