Category: Scripture

“The Lord is watching everywhere, keeping His eye on both evil and good.

Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.” (vv. 3-4)

“Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined; whoever hates correction will die.

Even Death and Destruction hold no secrets from the Lord. How much more does He know the human heart!

Mockers hate to be corrected, so they stay away from the wise.

A glad heart makes a happy face; a broken heart crushes the spirit.” (vv. 10-13)

“Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!” (v. 23)

“A cheerful look brings joy to the heart; good news makes for good health.” (v. 30)

“Those who follow the right path fear the Lord; those who take the wrong path despise Him.” ( v.2)

“Laughter can conceal a heavy heart, but when the laughter ends, the grief remains.” (v. 13)

“Those who fear the Lord are secure; He will be a refuge for their children.” (v.26)

A peaceful heart leads our a healthy body; jealousy is like cancer to the bones.” (v. 30)

“A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline, a mocker refuses to listen to correction.

Wise words will win you a good meal, but treacherous people have an appetite for violence.

Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin anything.” (vv. 1-3)

“Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life.

People who despise advise are asking for trouble; those who respect a command will succeed.

The instruction of the wise is like a life-giving fountain; those who accept it avoid the snares of death.

A person with good sense is respected; a treacherous person is headed for destruction.

Wise people think before they act; fools don’t- and even brag about their foolishness.” (vv. 12-16,NLT)

“A worthy wife is a crown for her husband, but a disgraceful woman is like anger in his bones.” (v. 4)

“The godly care for their animals, but the wicked are always cruel.” (v. 10)

“A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted.” (v. 16)

“Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.
Truthful words and the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.” (vv. 18-19)

“The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth.” (v22)

“Worry weighs a person down; and encouraging word cheers a person up.” (v. 25)

“The way of the godly leads to life; that path does not lead to death.” (v. 28)

“A gossip goes around telling secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence. (v. 13)

Your kindness will reward you, but your cruelty will destroy you. (v.17)

Give freely and become more wealthy; be stingy and lose everything.
The generous will prosper; this who refresh others will themselves be refreshed. (vv. 24-25, NLT)

“Doing wrong is fun for a fool, but living wisely brings pleasure to the sensible.

When the storms of life come, the wicked are whirled away, but the godly have a lasting foundation.

Lazy people irritate their employers, like vinegar to the teeth or smoke in the eyes.

Fear of the Lord lenghthens one’s life, but the years of the wicked are cut short.

The hopes of the godly result in happiness, but the expectations of the wicked come to nothing.

The way of the Lord is a stronghold to those with integrity, but it destroys the wicked.

The godly will never be disturbed, but the wicked will be removed from the land.

The mouth of the godly person gives wise advise, but the tongue that deceives will be cut off.

The lips of the godly speak helpful words, but the mouth of the wicked speaks perverse words.” (vv. 23-32, NLT)

“Wise people treasure knowledge, but the babbling fool invites disaster.

The wealth of the rich is their fortress; the poverty of the poor is their destruction.

The earning of the godly enhance their lives, but evil people squander their money on sin.

People who accept disciple are on the pathway to life but those who ignore correction will go astray.

Hiding hatred makes you a liar; slandering others makes you a fool.

Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.

The words of the godly are like sterling silver; the heart of a fool is worthless.

The words of the godly encourage many, but fools are destroyed by the lack of common sense.

The blessing of the Lord makes a person rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.

Doing wrong is fun for a fool, but living wisely brings pleasure to the sensible.”

(vv. 14-23, NLT)

The Proverbs of Solomon

“A wise child brings joy to a father; a foolish child brings grief to a mother.

Tainted wealth has not lasting value; but right living can save your life.

The Lord will not let the godly go hungry, but He refuses to satisfy the cravings of the wicked.

Lazy people are soon poor; hard workers get rich.

A wise youth harvest in the summer, but one who sleeps during harvest is a disgrace.

Godly intensions are showered with blessings; the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions.

The wise are glad to be instructed, but babbling fool fall flat on their faces.

People with integrity walk safely, but those who follow crooked paths will slip and fall.

People who wink at wrong causes trouble, but a bold reproof promotes peace.

The words of the godly are a life-giving fountain; the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions.

Hatred stirs up quarrels, but love makes up for all offenses.

Wise words come from the lips of people with understanding, but those lacking sense will beaten with a rod.” (vv. 1- 13, NLT)

“Fear of the Lord is the fountain of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment. Wisdom will multiply your days and add years to your life. If you become wise, you will be the one to benefit. If you scorn wisdom, you will be the one to suffer. ” (vv. 10-12, NLT)

“There are six things the Lord hates – no seven things He detests:

haughty eyes,
a lying tongue,
hands that kill the innocent,
a heart that plots evil,
feet that race to do wrong,
a false witness who pours lies,
a person who sows discord in a family.

My son, obey your father’s commands, and don’t neglect your mother’s instruction. Keep their words always in your heart. Tie them around your neck. When you walk, their counsel will lead you. When you sleep, they will protect you. When you wake up, they will advise you. For their command is a lamp and their instruction is a light; their corrective discipline is the way of life.”
(vv. 16-23, NLT)