Proverbs 16 : 1 (NLV)
The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.
Proverbs 16 : 2 (NLV)
All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the thoughts of the heart.
Proverbs 16 : 3 (NLV)
Trust your work to the Lord, and your plans will work out well.
Proverbs 16 : 4 (NLV)
The Lord has made all things for His own plans, even the sinful for the day of trouble.
Proverbs 16 : 5 (NLV)
Everyone who is proud in heart is a shame to the Lord. For sure, that one will be punished.
Proverbs 16 : 6 (NLV)
Sin has been paid for by lovingkindness and truth. The fear of the Lord keeps one away from sin.
Proverbs 16 : 7 (NLV)
When the ways of a man are pleasing to the Lord, He makes even those who hate him to be at peace with him.
Proverbs 16 : 8 (NLV)
A little earned in a right way is better than much earned in a wrong way.
Proverbs 16 : 9 (NLV)
The mind of a man plans his way, but the Lord shows him what to do.
Proverbs 16 : 10 (NLV)
The lips of the king should decide as God would. His mouth should not sin in deciding what is right or wrong.
Proverbs 16 : 11 (NLV)
What is fair in telling the weight of something belongs to the Lord. He cares about all the weights of the bag.
Proverbs 16 : 12 (NLV)
It is a hated thing for kings to do what is wrong. For a throne is built on what is right.
Proverbs 16 : 13 (NLV)
Lips that speak what is right and good are the joy of kings, and he who speaks the truth is loved.
Proverbs 16 : 14 (NLV)
The anger of a king carries death, but a wise man will quiet it.
Proverbs 16 : 15 (NLV)
Life is in the light of a king's face, and his favor is like a cloud bringing the spring rain.
Proverbs 16 : 16 (NLV)
To get wisdom is much better than getting gold. To get understanding should be chosen instead of silver.
Proverbs 16 : 17 (NLV)
The road of the faithful turns away from sin. He who watches his way keeps his life.
Proverbs 16 : 18 (NLV)
Pride comes before being destroyed and a proud spirit comes before a fall.
Proverbs 16 : 19 (NLV)
It is better to be poor in spirit among poor people, than to divide the riches that were taken with the proud.
Proverbs 16 : 20 (NLV)
He who listens to the Word will find good, and happy is he who trusts in the Lord.
Proverbs 16 : 21 (NLV)
The wise in heart will be called understanding. And to speak in a pleasing way helps people know what you say is right.
Proverbs 16 : 22 (NLV)
Understanding is a well of life to him who has it, but to speak strong words to fools is of no use.
Proverbs 16 : 23 (NLV)
The heart of the wise has power over his mouth and adds learning to his lips.
Proverbs 16 : 24 (NLV)
Pleasing words are like honey. They are sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
Proverbs 16 : 25 (NLV)
There is a way that looks right to a man, but its end is the way of death.
Proverbs 16 : 26 (NLV)
A workman's hunger works for him. The need of his mouth pushes him on.
Proverbs 16 : 27 (NLV)
A man of no worth looks for wrong-doing. His words are like burning fire.
Proverbs 16 : 28 (NLV)
A bad man spreads trouble. One who hurts people with bad talk separates good friends.
Proverbs 16 : 29 (NLV)
A man who hurts people tempts his neighbor to do the same, and leads him in a way that is not good.
Proverbs 16 : 30 (NLV)
He who winks his eyes plans to do bad things. He who closes his lips allows sinful things to happen.
Proverbs 16 : 31 (NLV)
Hair that is turning white is like a crown of honor. It is found in the way of being right with God.
Proverbs 16 : 32 (NLV)
He who is slow to anger is better than the powerful. And he who rules his spirit is better than he who takes a city.
Proverbs 16 : 33 (NLV)
Man decides by throwing an object into the lap, but it is the Lord only who decides.
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