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The collection of proverbs from chapter ten to fifteen are comprised of antithetical sayings in which the wise/righteous sharply contrast with the fool/wicked
An expectation whose realization is postponed or delayed makes one sad but a wish that comes true fills one with joy
Whoever scorns instruction (a fool) will pay for it, but whoever respects a command (a wise) is rewarded
Fools expose their folly, detests turning from evil, and suffer harm as they even keep companions of their likes
Instead, the wise act with knowledge, walk with the wise, and becomes wiser
A righteous man leaves an inheritance for their children, even grandchildren but wealth hidden away by sinners will be given to the righteous
True love for the children means being quick to discipline them, but whoever spares the rod hates their children
The second lesson is an excerpt of the letter to the seven churches as recorded in the Book of Revelation
Christ described himself to the Church in Philadelphia and Laodicea and expresses his knowledge of these churches
Philadelphia has remained faithful to Jesus’ word and name amid Jewish persecution and receives praises and reassurance
Jesus did not commend Laodicea at all but sternly rebuked them for being spiritually complacent, and satisfied with their wealth and material comfort.
Unfortunately, they are blind to their true state before God
Yet to these two churches, as well as the other five churches, Christ exhorts to repent or persevere as the case may be
The Lord summons them to hear the Spirit's message, “Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline.”
To the church in Philadelphia and Laodicea, Christ gave promises to the victors
Those who are victorious will be made a pillar in the temple of God and enjoy the right to sit with Him on His throne