Proverbs 12 : 1 (NLT)
To learn, you must love discipline; it is stupid to hate correction.
Proverbs 12 : 2 (NLT)
The LORD approves of those who are good, but he condemns those who plan wickedness.
Proverbs 12 : 3 (NLT)
Wickedness never brings stability, but the godly have deep roots.
Proverbs 12 : 4 (NLT)
A worthy wife is a crown for her husband, but a disgraceful woman is like cancer in his bones.
Proverbs 12 : 5 (NLT)
The plans of the godly are just; the advice of the wicked is treacherous.
Proverbs 12 : 6 (NLT)
The words of the wicked are like a murderous ambush, but the words of the godly save lives.
Proverbs 12 : 7 (NLT)
The wicked die and disappear, but the family of the godly stands firm.
Proverbs 12 : 8 (NLT)
A sensible person wins admiration, but a warped mind is despised.
Proverbs 12 : 9 (NLT)
Better to be an ordinary person with a servant than to be self-important but have no food.
Proverbs 12 : 10 (NLT)
The godly care for their animals, but the wicked are always cruel.
Proverbs 12 : 11 (NLT)
A hard worker has plenty of food, but a person who chases fantasies has no sense.
Proverbs 12 : 12 (NLT)
Thieves are jealous of each other's loot, but the godly are well rooted and bear their own fruit.
Proverbs 12 : 13 (NLT)
The wicked are trapped by their own words, but the godly escape such trouble.
Proverbs 12 : 14 (NLT)
Wise words bring many benefits, and hard work brings rewards.
Proverbs 12 : 15 (NLT)
Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.
Proverbs 12 : 16 (NLT)
A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted.
Proverbs 12 : 17 (NLT)
An honest witness tells the truth; a false witness tells lies.
Proverbs 12 : 18 (NLT)
Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.
Proverbs 12 : 19 (NLT)
Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.
Proverbs 12 : 20 (NLT)
Deceit fills hearts that are plotting evil; joy fills hearts that are planning peace!
Proverbs 12 : 21 (NLT)
No harm comes to the godly, but the wicked have their fill of trouble.
Proverbs 12 : 22 (NLT)
The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth.
Proverbs 12 : 23 (NLT)
The wise don't make a show of their knowledge, but fools broadcast their foolishness.
Proverbs 12 : 24 (NLT)
Work hard and become a leader; be lazy and become a slave.
Proverbs 12 : 25 (NLT)
Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up.
Proverbs 12 : 26 (NLT)
The godly give good advice to their friends; the wicked lead them astray.
Proverbs 12 : 27 (NLT)
Lazy people don't even cook the game they catch, but the diligent make use of everything they find.
Proverbs 12 : 28 (NLT)
The way of the godly leads to life; that path does not lead to death.
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