Proverbs 16 : 1 (NCV)
People may make plans in their minds, but only the Lord can make them come true.
Proverbs 16 : 2 (NCV)
You may believe you are doing right, but the Lord will judge your reasons.
Proverbs 16 : 3 (NCV)
Depend on the Lord in whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.
Proverbs 16 : 4 (NCV)
The Lord makes everything go as he pleases. He has even prepared a day of disaster for evil people.
Proverbs 16 : 5 (NCV)
The Lord hates those who are proud. They will surely be punished.
Proverbs 16 : 6 (NCV)
Love and truth bring forgiveness of sin. By respecting the Lord you will avoid evil.
Proverbs 16 : 7 (NCV)
When people live so that they please the Lord, even their enemies will make peace with them.
Proverbs 16 : 8 (NCV)
It is better to be poor and right than to be wealthy and dishonest.
Proverbs 16 : 9 (NCV)
People may make plans in their minds, but the Lord decides what they will do.
Proverbs 16 : 10 (NCV)
The words of a king are like a message from God, so his decisions should be fair.
Proverbs 16 : 11 (NCV)
The Lord wants honest balances and scales; all the weights are his work.
Proverbs 16 : 12 (NCV)
Kings hate those who do wrong, because governments only continue if they are fair.
Proverbs 16 : 13 (NCV)
Kings like honest people; they value someone who speaks the truth.
Proverbs 16 : 14 (NCV)
An angry king can put someone to death, so a wise person will try to make him happy.
Proverbs 16 : 15 (NCV)
A smiling king can give people life; his kindness is like a spring shower.
Proverbs 16 : 16 (NCV)
It is better to get wisdom than gold, and to choose understanding rather than silver!
Proverbs 16 : 17 (NCV)
Good people stay away from evil. By watching what they do, they protect their lives.
Proverbs 16 : 18 (NCV)
Pride will destroy a person; a proud attitude leads to ruin.
Proverbs 16 : 19 (NCV)
It is better to be humble and be with those who suffer than to share stolen property with the proud.
Proverbs 16 : 20 (NCV)
Whoever listens to what is taught will succeed, and whoever trusts the Lord will be happy.
Proverbs 16 : 21 (NCV)
The wise are known for their understanding. Their pleasant words make them better teachers.
Proverbs 16 : 22 (NCV)
Understanding is like a fountain which gives life to those who use it, but foolishness brings punishment to fools.
Proverbs 16 : 23 (NCV)
Wise people's minds tell them what to say, and that helps them be better teachers.
Proverbs 16 : 24 (NCV)
Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, making people happy and healthy.
Proverbs 16 : 25 (NCV)
Some people think they are doing right, but in the end it leads to death.
Proverbs 16 : 26 (NCV)
The workers' hunger helps them, because their desire to eat makes them work.
Proverbs 16 : 27 (NCV)
Useless people make evil plans, and their words are like a burning fire.
Proverbs 16 : 28 (NCV)
A useless person causes trouble, and a gossip ruins friendships.
Proverbs 16 : 29 (NCV)
Cruel people trick their neighbors and lead them to do wrong.
Proverbs 16 : 30 (NCV)
Someone who winks is planning evil, and the one who grins is planning something wrong.
Proverbs 16 : 31 (NCV)
Gray hair is like a crown of honor; it is earned by living a good life.
Proverbs 16 : 32 (NCV)
Patience is better than strength. Controlling your temper is better than capturing a city.
Proverbs 16 : 33 (NCV)
People throw lots to make a decision, but the answer comes from the Lord.
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