Proverbs Just for Kids

Dr. Jeanne McIntosh September 2011. All rights reserved

Always do what is right, just, and fair.

- Prov. 1:2b

Listen to what your father tells you to do, and the lessons your mother will teach you. - Proverbs 1:8

If you accept Gods Word and follow the treasures within its pages, you will have a greater knowledge of Gods wisdom. - Proverbs 2:1-5

God wants to give you good judgment that will protect you in the choices you make. - Proverbs 2:9-11

Love others and be faithful to God; do not trust in your own understanding, but ask God for help. - Proverbs 3:1-8

Give a portion of your allowance and gifts of money for Gods work. You will be blessed!
- Proverbs 3:9-10

Do not worry about disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and fires; You can hope and trust in God!
- Proverbs 3:25-26

Give to those in need if you have something to share with them.

- Proverbs 3:27-28

Listen to your parents when they tell you about what pleases God. Be wise and accept this truth. Never let it go or forsake it!

- Proverbs 4

Be faithful to your own spouse when you marry. You will have a blessed home.
- Proverbs 5

Never agree to be responsible for your friends bill.

- Proverbs 6:1-5

Six things God hates: 1. lying 2. murder 3. plans made to harm someone 4. feet that go to do evil 5. lying about someone else 5. a gossip - Proverbs 6:16-19

When you are old enough to date, choose someone who loves God and does not act in a manner that is ungodly. A faithful date, will be a faithful wife someday. Proverbs 7

Always speak what is TRUE! Proverbs 8:7

Love God and seek Him early every morning before you begin your day.
- Proverbs 8:17

DO NOT hang around with friends who mock others. They may influence you to think wrong thoughts. Leave them alone, and refrain from arguing with them! - Proverbs 9:7

God will provide for all your needs. He will not let you go hungry. A wise person will work so they can buy some food.
Proverbs 10:3-5

When you really care for someone, you will not want to tell all their faults to others.
- Proverbs 10:12

God gives peace and joy to those who do what is right. Those who do wrong and do not repent, will have a sad ending. - Proverbs 10:27-32

Learn to keep a secret when necessary. No one likes a tattle tale. This does not include telling an adult things that could harm someone. - Proverbs 11:13

Listen to GOOD counsel from your parents, teachers, and pastors; you do not know everything. - Proverbs 12:15

God is not happy when we lie; always speak the truth even if you get into trouble for it. - Proverbs 12: 22

When you share all your thoughts, you will probably say some things that would be better left unsaid.

Proverbs 13:3

Choose friends with the same values that you have. Be careful of those who will influence you to do wrong.

Proverbs 13:20

Dont hate your parents when they discipline you. This is only because they love you, and what God expects of them.

- Proverbs 13:24

Stop and pray before you act or speak when someone makes you angry. You do not want to act foolish in return. - Proverbs 14:17

A kind answer stops a fight, but unkind words cause more anger.
- Proverbs 15:1-2

God is watching us at all times. There is nothing that is hidden from His eyes. - Proverbs 15:3

God will help us to choose good words and be a witness for Him wherever we are - at all times.

- Proverbs 16

Give God the glory in all that you succeed in; He is worthy of your praise. - Proverbs 16:18-19

When someone treats you unkind, do something nice for them. This will stop wrong behavior.

- Proverbs 17: 14

When you do a job, do it right the first time. That way you will not need to repeat it.

- Proverbs 18: 9

God is our STRONG tower. We have nothing in which to be afraid. - Proverbs 18:10

If you want to have a friend, then be a friend.

- Proverbs 18:24

Keep Gods commandments and God will keep you.

-Proverbs 19:16

Be kind to your parents and treat them with respect every day. -Proverbs 19:26

Stay away from alcohol. It will cause you to do things that can harm others. Dont drink and drive. Dont drink at all!

- Proverbs 20:1

God looks on the motives of our heart (why we do and say what we do). Is He pleased with your motives? - Proverbs 21:2

What people think of your character is more important than how popular you are.
- Proverbs 22:1-4

Be willing to help those who have less than you do. God loves the poor just as much as he loves you.
- Proverbs 22:22-24

Dont give others advice unless they ask for it ; and then be careful what you say.

- Proverbs 23:9

Give your heart to Jesus Christ; read your Bible and pray, and God will help you to grow more like Him.

- Proverbs 23:26

Dont tell something on someone to get them in trouble just because you are mad at them.

- Proverbs 24:28-29

Gossip is unkind and hurts others.

Proverbs 25:11-20

Dont be two-faced acting kind to someone's face and talking about them behind their back.

- Proverbs 26:24-28

Dont be a bragger. Nobody likes them. Let someone else praise you instead. Proverbs 27:1-2

Open your ears to hear God as you read His Word and pray. Be listening as He speaks to your heart and mind.

- Proverb 28:9

If you are feeling angry, talk to God about it. He cares and will give you peace. This is save you from saying something you may regret.
Proverbs 29:10-11

Be like the ant work hard, do your best, work well with others, do you homework, and help your parents at home.

- Proverbs 30:24-28

These Proverbs can be used as individual lessons or devotions for kids and youth. May God bless you as you work with these young people whom God loves.
September 2011 Dr. Rev. Jeanne McIntosh. All rights reserved.