“We can make our own plans, but the Lord gives the right answer.
People may be pure in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their motives.
Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.
The Lord made everything for His own purposes, even the wicked for the day of disaster.”(vv. 1-4)
“When people’s lives please the Lord, even their enemies are at peace with them.
Better to have little with godliness, than be rich and dishonest.
We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.” (vv. 7-9)
“Those who listen to instruction will prosper; those who trust in the Lord will be joyful.
The wise are known for their understanding, and pleasant words are persuasive.
Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who posses it, but discipline is wasted on fools.
From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive.
“Kind words are like honey – sweet to the should and healthy for the body.” (vv. 20-24)
“We may throw the dice, but the Lord determines how they fall.” (v. 33)