WELCOME ICEBREAKER

What would you say is a characteristic of a wise person?

WORSHIP

Psalm 111:10 (Amplified)
The reverent fear and worship of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom and skill [the preceding and the first essential, the prerequisite and the alphabet]; a good understanding, wisdom, and meaning have all those who do [the will of the Lord]. Their praise of Him endures forever.

WORD

Most of us know what we want and have some goals for 2008. And yes, we want to make it count in 2008. In order to make it count we will need to pursue wisdom like never before.

Ecclesiastes 10:10
If the axe is dull, and one does not sharpen the edge, then he must use more strength; but wisdom brings success.

As a group read the following verses and then discuss what you think the characteristics of true wisdom are:

• James 3:13-18
• Proverbs 3:5
• Proverbs 12:5
• Proverbs 14:15

As a group read the following verses and then discuss what you think the source of true wisdom is:

• Isaiah 33:6
• Proverbs 1:7-9
• Proverbs 2:6-10
• Proverbs 11:2
• Proverbs 22:17-19
• James 1:5

As a group read the following verses and then discuss what you think the benefits of true wisdom are:

• Proverbs 3:16-18
• Proverbs 4:6-12
• Proverbs 8:35
• Proverbs 8:18,21
• Proverbs 21:22
• Proverbs 24:5

WORK

Pray for wisdom in the areas that you need it. Also pray for the upcoming Alpha course that starts this coming Monday. Please remind your group that there is now corporate prayer Saturday morning from 8-9 AM at the church.

Please make sure someone in your group files a home group report so we can start the year on a fresh page. Thanks!!