Proverbs

Summary

We find Bridges’s Proverbs a clear and spiritually steady guide that helps us preach wisdom without turning it into slogans. He treats Proverbs as covenant instruction for the fear of the Lord, and he repeatedly shows how the book shapes character over time.

He is especially helpful where modern readers want quick fixes. Bridges slows us down, exposes the heart, and presses us to see wisdom as the Lord’s gift, not our technique.

Why Should I Own This Commentary?

We should own this commentary because it helps us handle short sayings responsibly. Bridges keeps the context of wisdom theology in view, and he helps us avoid misusing Proverbs as promises detached from the Lord’s purposes.

We also benefit from the pastoral tone. He applies Proverbs with seriousness, but he does so with compassion, recognising the daily battles of speech, work, relationships, money, and self control.

For preaching and discipleship, it gives a steady stream of clear applications that can serve both pulpit and counselling room.

Closing Recommendation

We recommend this as a strong mid level commentary for teaching Proverbs, especially for those who want rich application that remains tethered to the fear of the Lord. Pair it with a modern reference work for linguistic detail if needed, but Bridges remains exceptionally useful for ministry.

As pastoral next steps, we can visit the Bible Book Overview, browse Top Recommendations, and use the Reformed Commentary Index to build a wiser working library.