In his sermon on Proverbs 30, Stephen Davey explains that Agur begins wisdom with humility, openly admitting his limitations and directing attention to the greatness and authority of God alone. Agur asks rhetorical questions that point to the Creator—and even hint at God the Son—showing that true wisdom starts with reverence, not self-confidence. He then warns against four common sins: dishonoring parents, self-righteous hypocrisy, arrogance, and exploiting the poor. Agur contrasts human sinfulness with lessons from creation, highlighting small creatures like ants and locusts that model diligence, unity, and wise restraint. Davey concludes that godly wisdom grows through humility, obedience, moral clarity, and careful observation of God’s created order.
Words of Wisdom from Creation
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