Category: Scripture

More Proverbs of Solomon

“These are more proverbs of Solomon, collected by the adviser of King Hezekiah of Judah.

It is God’s privilege to conceal things and the kings privilege to discover them.

No one can comprehend the height of heaven, the depth of the earth, or all that goes on in the king’s mind!: (vv. 1-3)

“When arguing with your neighbor, don’t betray another person’s secret. Others may accuse you of gossip, and you will never regain your good reputation.: (vv. 9-10)

“If your enemies are hungry, give them food to eat. If they are thirsty, give them water to drink. You will heap burning coals of shame on their heads, and the Lord will reward you.” (21-22)

“A person who plans evil will get a reputation as a troublemaker. The schemes of a fool are sinful; everyone detests a mocker.

If you fall under pressure, your strength is too small.

Rescue those who are unjustly sentenced to die; same them as they stagger to their death.

Don’t excuse your self by saying, ‘Look, we didn’t know.’For God understands all hearts, and He sees you. He who guards your soul knows you knew. He will repay all people as their actions deserve.” (vv. 8-12)

“Don’t wear yourself out trying to get rich. Be wise enough to know when to quit. In the blink of an eye wealth disappears, for it will sprout wings and fly away like an eagle. ” (v 4-5)

“Commit yourself to instruction; listen carefully to words of knowledge.

Don’t fail to discipline your children. They won’t die if you spank them. Physical discipline may well save them from death. ” (v.13-14)

“Don’t envy sinners, but always continue to fear the Lord. You will be rewarded for this; you hope will not be disappointed. “(v.17-18)

“People may be right in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their heart.

The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just, than when we offer Him sacrifices.

Haughty eyes , a proud heart, and evil actions are all sin.

Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty.” (vv 2-5)

“Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.

The wise conquer the city of the strong and level the fortress in which they trust.

Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble.” (vv. 21-23)

“Better to be poor and honest than dishonest and a fool.

Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good, haste makes mistakes.

People ruin their lives by their own foolishness and then are angry at the Lord.

Wealth makes many “friends”; poverty drives them all away.” (vv.1-4)

“Discipline your children while there is hope. Otherwise you will ruin their lives.

Hot-tempered people must pay the penalty. If you rescue them once, you will have to do it again.

Get all the advice and instruction you can, so you will be wise the rest of your life.

You can make many plans, but the Lord’s purpose will prevail.” (vv. 18-21)

“Unfriendly people care only about themselves; they lash out at common sense.

Fools have no interest in understanding; they only want to air their own opinions.

Doing wrong leads to disgrace, and scandalous behavior brings contempt.

Wise words are like deep waters; wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook.” (vv. 1-4)

“Spouting off before listening to the fact is both shameful and foolish.

The human spirit can endure a sick body, but who can bear a crushed spirit?

Intelligent people are always ready to learn. Their ears are open for knowledge.”
(vv. 13-15)

“If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with humility that comes from wisdom. But if you are bitterly jealous and there is selfish ambition in your heart, don’t cover up the truth with boasting and lying. For jealousy and selfishness are not God’s kind of wisdom. Such things are earthly, unspiritual, and demonic. For wherever there is jealousy and selfish ambition, there you will find disorder and evil of every kind.

But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and good deeds. And those who are peacemakers will plant seeds of peace and reap a harvest of righteousness.” (James 3:13-18, NLT)

“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength. (v22)

A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered. (v. 27)

“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)