Proverbs 3:5–6 (5/6)

Don’t trap yourself by making a rash promise to God and only… Proverbs 20:25

Don’t trap yourself by making a rash promise to God
and only later counting the cost.
Proverbs 20:25 holiness righteousness
People may be right in their own eyes,
but the Lord examines their heart.
Proverbs 21:2 righteousness judgment understanding

The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just
than when we offer him sacrifices.
Proverbs 21:3 honesty righteousness sacrifice
Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love
will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Proverbs 21:21 love righteousness life
Some people are always greedy for more,
but the godly love to give!
Proverbs 21:26 greed giving materialism
Choose a good reputation over great riches;
being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold.
Proverbs 22:1 money materialism relationships
True humility and fear of the Lord
lead to riches, honor, and long life.
Proverbs 22:4 humility reward awe
Direct your children onto the right path,
and when they are older, they will not leave it.
Proverbs 22:6 righteousness family children
Just as the rich rule the poor,
so the borrower is servant to the lender.
Proverbs 22:7 money debt slavery
Don’t wear yourself out trying to get rich.
Be wise enough to know when to quit.
Proverbs 23:4 money greed planning
In the blink of an eye wealth disappears,
for it will sprout wings
and fly away like an eagle.
Proverbs 23:5 money desires materialism
My child, if your heart is wise,
my own heart will rejoice!
Proverbs 23:15 wisdom heart joy
The father of godly children has cause for joy.
What a pleasure to have children who are wise.
Proverbs 23:24 joy wisdom family
In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul.
If you find it, you will have a bright future,
and your hopes will not be cut short.
Proverbs 24:14 wisdom seeking hope
A person without self-control
is like a city with broken-down walls.
Proverbs 25:28 self-control desires
Never abandon a friend—
either yours or your father’s.
When disaster strikes, you won’t have to ask your brother for assistance.
It’s better to go to a neighbor than to a brother who lives far away.
Proverbs 27:10 friendship family neighbor
A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions.
The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.
Proverbs 27:12 mind safety protection
As iron sharpens iron,
so a friend sharpens a friend.
Proverbs 27:17 friendship relationships mind
As a face is reflected in water,
so the heart reflects the real person.
Proverbs 27:19 life heart
God detests the prayers
of a person who ignores the law.
Proverbs 28:9 prayer obedience listening
People who conceal their sins will not prosper,
but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.
Proverbs 28:13 sin confession mercy
Fools vent their anger,
but the wise quietly hold it back.
Proverbs 29:11 anger wisdom self-control
Pride ends in humiliation,
while humility brings honor.
Proverbs 29:23 humility pride
Fearing people is a dangerous trap,
but trusting the Lord means safety.
Proverbs 29:25 trust fear
Every word of God proves true.
He is a shield to all who come to him for protection.
Proverbs 30:5 truth Word of God protection