The Book of Proverbs is like a deep well of wisdom; but it is difficult to draw water from a deep well without a bucket. This book is like a bucket you can use to draw wisdom from the deep resources of Proverbs. When you need practical yet spiritual advice about a particular area of your life, you might not know which of the hundreds of wise sayings in proverbs fits your situation. Dr. Rick Fowler has carefully studied the Proverbs and arranged them topically for quick and easy reference. Drawing from his extensive experience as a counselor, he gives you a straight-to-the point insight and clear application for each proverb.
Parents can use the book for family devotionals, teaching lessons and general guidance. If you are counseling others, you will find additional helpful suggestions for ways to use the book of Proverbs in your ministry. When you study this great book of wisdom literature, it will refresh your soul like a drink of cool water from a deep well on a hot, dry day.
Dr. Rick Fowler is Executive Director of Prestonwood Counseling Center in Dallas, Texas. His experience includes sixteen years as a family counselor, and eighteen years at two universities as professor of psychology, athletic director, and head basketball coach. In addition, he has served as consultant and management trainer for a variety of business organizations and professional sports teams. He has been a guest four times on Dr. James Dobson’s “Focus on the Family” broadcast.
211 Pages, Paperback