The Wise and The Foolish
June 27th, 2010. Filed under: Sunday Scriptures.
Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to advice.
Fools show their anger at once, but the prudent ignore and insult.
Whoever speaks the truth gives honest evidence, but a false witness speaks deceitfully.
Rash word are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue last only a moment.
Deceit is in the mind of those who plan evil, but those who counsel peace have joy.
No harm happens to the righteous, but the wicked are filled with trouble.
Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are his delight.
One who is clever conceals knowledge, but the mind of a fool broadcasts folly.
The hand of the diligent will rule, while the lazy will be put to forced labor.
Anxiety weighs down the human heart, but a good word cheers it up.
The righteous gives good advice to friends, but the way of the wicked leads astray.
The lazy do not roast their game, but the diligent obtain precious wealth.
In the path of righteousness there is life, in walking its path there is no death.
Proverbs 12:15-28