Finding Wisdom in a Noisy World: Proverbs and Ecclesiastes

About this episode

Lisa and Allison explore the wisdom literature of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, discussing discernment in a complicated world.

On today’s Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison dive into the wisdom literature of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, exploring the contrast between Lady Wisdom and Lady Folly and what it means to live with discernment in a complicated world. From stories about parenting and boundaries to the reminder that life is fleeting and God is faithful, this conversation is both practical and hopeful. Pull up a chair and come hang out on the porch with us!

People in this episode

Host: Lisa Harper

Guest: Allison

Topics covered

• wisdom literature
• discernment
• parenting
• boundaries
• faithfulness

Keywords

• wisdom
• Proverbs
• Ecclesiastes
• discernment
• parenting
• faithfulness
• Lady Wisdom
• Lady Folly

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Proverbs, Ecclesiastes

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