Proverbs 31:25–26 (6/6)

Never abandon a friend— either yours or your father’s. When disaster strikes… Proverbs 27:10

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	Do not abandon your friend or your father’s friend, And do not go to your brother’s house on the day of your disaster; Better is a neighbor who is near than a brother far away. friendship family neighbor
A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. Proverbs 27:12	A prudent person sees evil and hides himself; But the naive proceed, and pay the penalty. mind safety protection

As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. Proverbs 27:17	As iron sharpens iron, So one person sharpens another. friendship relationships mind
As a face is reflected in water, so the heart reflects the real person. Proverbs 27:19	As in water a face reflects the face, So the heart of a person reflects the person. life heart
God detests the prayers of a person who ignores the law. Proverbs 28:9	One who turns his ear away from listening to the Law, Even his prayer is an abomination. 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	One who conceals his wrongdoings will not prosper, But one who confesses and abandons them will find compassion. sin confession mercy
Fools vent their anger, but the wise quietly hold it back. Proverbs 29:11	A fool always loses his temper, But a wise person holds it back. anger wisdom self-control
Pride ends in humiliation, while humility brings honor. Proverbs 29:23	A person’s pride will bring him low, But a humble spirit will obtain honor. humility pride
Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. Proverbs 29:25	The fear of man brings a snare, But one who trusts in the Lord will be protected. trust fear
Every word of God proves true. He is a shield to all who come to him for protection. Proverbs 30:5	Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him. truth Word of God protection
First, help me never to tell a lie. Second, give me neither poverty nor riches! Give me just enough to satisfy my needs. Proverbs 30:8	Keep deception and lies far from me, Give me neither poverty nor riches; Feed me with the food that is my portion. materialism food money