Proverbs 21 - NCB & NRSV

A man’s ways may seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart. Proverbs 21:2

A man’s ways may seem right to him, but the Lord weighs the heart. Proverbs 21:2	All deeds are right in the sight of the doer, but the Lord weighs the heart. righteousness judgment understanding
To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. Proverbs 21:3	To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. honesty righteousness sacrifice

Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life and honor too. Proverbs 21:21	Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life and honor. love righteousness life
All day long the godless man continues to covet, whereas the righteous man gives unsparingly. Proverbs 21:26	All day long the wicked covet, but the righteous give and do not hold back. greed giving materialism