Proverbs 17:9 Sunday School Lesson Outline
He who covers over an offense promotes love;
But whoever repeats the matter separates close friends. Proverbs 17:9 (NIV)
What does it mean cover over an offense?
It means to respond with love, even when someone acts ugly, rude, or hateful.
The second line, whoever repeats the matter, means that it is talking about a specific incident.
So, what this verse is saying is when someone does or says something to offend or hurt us, we should respond with love.
If someone steps on my foot, for example, I have the choice to either say, it’s okay and let it go, or to fuss at them for it.
But, what if it’s something they did on purpose?