15:3 The eyes of the Lord are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good. 15:11 Death and Destruction lie open before the Lord— how much more do human hearts! 10:9 Whoever walks in integrity walks securely,     but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out. 10:29 The way of the Lord is a refuge for the blameless, but it is the ruin of those who do evil. 11:3 The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity. 11:5 The righteousness […]

12:10 The righteous care for the needs of their animals,    but the kindest acts of the wicked are cruel. 11:17 Those who are kind benefit themselves,    but the cruel bring ruin on themselves. 11:16 A kindhearted woman gains honor,    but ruthless men gain only wealth. 15:17 Better a small serving of vegetables with love    than a fattened calf with hatred. 14:31 Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker,    but whoever is kind to the needy honors God. 14:21 It is a sin to despise one’s neighbor,    but blessed is the […]

3:1-81 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, 2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. 3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. 4 Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. 5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your […]

3:10 “Honor the LORD with your wealth, with the first fruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.” 9:2, 5 “She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table… ‘Come, eat my food and drink the wine I have mixed.'” 20:1 Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler;    whoever is led astray by them is not wise. 23:1-31 When you […]

21:5 The plans of the diligent lead to profit    as surely as haste leads to poverty. 21:29 The wicked put up a bold front,  but the upright give thought to their ways.  24:27 Put your outdoor work in order    and get your fields ready;    after that, build your house. 31:27 She watches over the affairs of her household    and does not eat the bread of idleness.  11:14 For lack of guidance a nation falls,    but victory is won through many advisers. 15:22 Plans fail for […]

15:17 Better a small serving of vegetables with love    than a fattened calf with hatred. 17:1 Better a dry crust with peace and quiet    than a house full of feasting, with strife. 6:16, 1916 There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him…19 …a person who stirs up conflict in the community. 14:17 A quick-tempered person does foolish things,     and the one who devises evil schemes is hated. 14:29 Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays […]

6:16-1916 There are six things the Lord hates,    seven that are detestable to him:17 haughty eyes… 11:2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace,    but with humility comes wisdom. 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.  18:12 Before a downfall the heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor.  29:23 Pride brings a person low, but the lowly in spirit gain honor. 15:33 Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord, and humility comes before honor. 25:6-76 Do not exalt yourself in the king’s presence, and do not claim a place among his […]