“A false balance and dishonest business practices are extremely offensive to the LORD, But an accurate scale is His delight.” Proverbs 11:1 AMP Proverbs 11contiues to compare and...
“The hope of the righteous [those of honorable character and integrity] is joy, But the expectation of the wicked [those who oppose God and ignore His...
“The [reverent] fear of the LORD [worshiping, obeying, serving, and trusting Him with awe-filled respect] prolongs one’s life, But the years of the wicked will be...
“Engaging in evil is like sport to the fool [who refuses wisdom and chases sin], But to a man of understanding [skillful and godly] wisdom brings joy.”...
“When there are many words, transgression and offense are unavoidable, But he who controls his lips and keeps thoughtful silence is wise. 20The tongue of the righteous is like precious silver...
“He that hideth hatred with lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, is a fool.” + Proverbs 10:18 KJV Solomon again hits on the deceiving ways of man....
“He who learns from instruction and correction is on the [right] path of life [and for others his example is a path toward wisdom and blessing], But he...
“The rich man’s wealth is his fortress; The ruin of the poor is their poverty. 16The wages of the righteous [the upright, those in right standing with...