The Fortified Tower of Life
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class opened with a lively anecdote about a warning sign for a sleeping dog, setting the stage for a discussion on how we often become our own worst enemies by trusting in our wisdom over God’s. Teacher Sutton then turned to Proverbs 18:10‑17, highlighting Solomon’s instruction to Rehoboam that the "name of the LORD is a strong tower" where the righteous find safety, while contrasting it with the futile reliance on wealth and pride expressed in the subsequent verses. Sutton expanded the tower metaphor by linking it to Psalm 46’s depiction of God as a refuge and to Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28 for the weary to find rest in Him. He illustrated how true wisdom means running to God immediately in times of trouble, rather than waiting for self‑sufficient solutions. The class concluded by challenging listeners to examine where they place their trust—whether in God’s strong tower, in material security, or in their own understanding—and to consider the humility that precedes honor. Throughout, the central message emphasized that a wise, humble heart runs to the Lord for protection, knowledge, and peace, echoing the theme of lighting a fire of faith within each believer.
Key Scriptures
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.