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 forsake your friend or the friend of your father, and do not run to your brother’s house when troubles befall you; far better is a friend nearby than a brother who is 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	The prudent man perceives danger and seeks shelter, while the simple continue forward 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 a man sharpens the wits of his neighbor. friendship relationships mind
As a face is reflected in water, so the heart reflects the real person. Proverbs 27:19	Just as water reflects one’s face, so does one human heart reflect another. life heart
God detests the prayers of a person who ignores the law. Proverbs 28:9	When anyone turns a deaf ear to the law, even his prayer is detestable. 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	No one who conceals his transgressions will prosper, but one who confesses and renounces them will obtain mercy. sin confession mercy
Fools vent their anger, but the wise quietly hold it back. Proverbs 29:11	A fool gives free rein to his anger, but a wise man bides his time and calms it. anger wisdom self-control
Pride ends in humiliation, while humility brings honor. Proverbs 29:23	A man’s pride will bring him low, but lowly souls will rise to honor. humility pride
Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. Proverbs 29:25	The fear of others will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is secure. 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 has proved to be true; he is a shield to those who trust 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 falsehood and lying far from me; give me neither poverty nor riches, but simply provide me with the food that I need. materialism food money