Main point: The prayers of the wise are characterized by a concern for God's honor.

Outline: Three Components of a Wise Man's Prayer

1. The Posture of a Wise Man’s Prayer    (v.7)

Humility

Urgency

Mortality–aware

2. The Content of a Wise Man’s Prayer    (v.8)

Concerning Deceit

Concerning Dollars

Concerning Daily bread

3. The Motivation for a Wise Man’s Prayer   (v.9)

To avoid forgetting God

To avoid dishonoring God