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Proverbs 28 · Grade 5

The Mercy of Confession

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Chapter 28 opens with the psychology of guilt. The wicked flee when no one pursues; but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Fear follows a guilty heart even when there is no danger. Evil men don't understand justice; but those who seek Yahweh understand it fully. Knowing God sharpens our moral vision.

Verse 13 is one of the clearest Old Testament statements about confession. He who conceals his sins doesn't prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy. Confession means agreeing with God about our sin, and renouncing means turning from it. Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble. He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

The chapter ends with trust and generosity. One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters with the tongue. One who trusts in Yahweh will prosper. One who trusts in himself is a fool; but one who walks in wisdom is kept safe. One who gives to the poor has no lack. In the New Testament, John writes, If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).

Show What You Know

  1. What follows a guilty heart?

  2. What sharpens our moral vision?

  3. What does confession mean?

  4. Who falls into trouble?

  5. Who finds more favor afterward than a flatterer?

Crossword

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Across

  1. but the righteous are as ____ as a lion
  2. Better is the poor who walks in his ____

Down

  1. A faithful man is rich with ____
  2. One who gives to the poor has no ____
  3. but whoever confesses and renounces them finds ____

Think About It

  1. Fear follows a guilty heart even when there is no danger. How does confessing sin bring peace?

  2. One who rebukes a man will afterward find more favor than one who flatters. Why is honest correction better than flattery?

Memory Verse

“He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.”

Proverbs 28:13 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for making me bold. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • How can you be bold for what is right?
  • How can you trust God this week?
  • What is one way you could live out this chapter this week?

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