God Speaks  These are more proverbs of Solomon, collected by the advisers of King Hezekiah of Judah. 2 It is God’s privilege to conceal things    and the king’s privilege to discover them. 3 No one can comprehend the height of heaven, the depth… Read moreProverbs 25

God Speaks Don’t envy evil people    or desire their company.2 For their hearts plot violence,    and their words always stir up trouble. 3 A house is built by wisdom    and becomes strong through good sense.4 Through knowledge its rooms are filled    with all sorts of precious riches… Read moreProverbs 24

God Speaks While dining with a ruler,    pay attention to what is put before you.2 If you are a big eater,    put a knife to your throat;3 don’t desire all the delicacies,    for he might be trying to trick you. 4 Don’t wear yourself out trying… Read moreProverbs 23

God Speaks Choose a good reputation over great riches;    being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold. 2 The rich and poor have this in common:    The Lord made them both. 3 A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions.    The simpleton goes blindly… Read moreProverbs 22

God Speaks The king’s heart is like a stream of water directed by the Lord;    he guides it wherever he pleases. 2 People may be right in their own eyes,    but the Lord examines their heart. 3 The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and… Read moreProverbs 21

God Speaks Wine produces mockers; alcohol leads to brawls.    Those led astray by drink cannot be wise. 2 The king’s fury is like a lion’s roar;    to rouse his anger is to risk your life. 3 Avoiding a fight is a mark of honor;    only… Read moreProverbs 20

God Speaks Better to be poor and honest    than to be dishonest and a fool. 2 Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good;    haste makes mistakes. 3 People ruin their lives by their own foolishness    and then are angry at the Lord. 4 Wealth makes many “friends”;    poverty drives… Read moreProverbs 19

God Speaks Unfriendly people care only about themselves;    they lash out at common sense. 2 Fools have no interest in understanding;    they only want to air their own opinions. 3 Doing wrong leads to disgrace,    and scandalous behavior brings contempt. 4 Wise words are like deep… Read moreProverbs 18

God Speaks The proverbs of Solomon: A wise child brings joy to a father;    a foolish child brings grief to a mother. 2 Tainted wealth has no lasting value,    but right living can save your life. 3 The Lord will not let the godly go hungry,    but he… Read moreProverbs 17

God Speaks We can make our own plans,    but the Lord gives the right answer. 2 People may be pure in their own eyes,    but the Lord examines their motives. 3 Commit your actions to the Lord,    and your plans will succeed. 4 The Lord has made everything for his own purposes,    even the… Read moreProverbs 16