Proverbs 4-6

“When you walk, your steps will not be hampered; when you run, you will not stumble” (4:11-12). Although there are troubles that come unexpectedly, outside our control, the proverbs warn against self-inflicted obstacles and disasters. Sin pulls us off the straight path (4:27), causing us to wander aimlessly (5:6), stumble, and lose our way. Specifically, the proverbs mention destructive attitudes and actions like “haughty eyes” (arrogance), laziness, lying, adultery, and stirring up conflict within a community (ch 6).

“Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you” (4:25). When our attention is fixed on our God revealed in Jesus Christ, the path ahead is straight, and He promises to walk with us.