- Tainted wealth has no lasting value,
but right living can save your life. - The godly are showered with blessings;
the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions. - We have happy memories of the godly,
but the name of a wicked person rots away. - The wise are glad to be instructed,
but babbling fools fall flat on their faces. - People with integrity walk safely,
but those who follow crooked paths will be exposed. - Hatred stirs up quarrels,
but love makes up for all offenses. - People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life,
but those who ignore correction will go astray. - Hiding hatred makes you a liar;
slandering others makes you a fool. - Too much talk leads to sin.
Be sensible and keep your mouth shut. - The words of the godly are like sterling silver;
the heart of a fool is worthless. - The blessing of the Lord makes a person rich,
and he adds no sorrow with it. - The hopes of the godly result in happiness,
but the expectations of the wicked come to nothing. - The way of the Lord is a stronghold to those with integrity,
but it destroys the wicked. - The lips of the godly speak helpful words,
but the mouth of the wicked speaks perverse words. - Pride leads to disgrace,
but with humility comes wisdom. - Honesty guides good people;
dishonesty destroys treacherous people. - Riches won’t help on the day of judgment,
but right living can save you from death. - With their words, the godless destroy their friends,
but knowledge will rescue the righteous. - A gossip goes around telling secrets,
but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence. - Evil people get rich for the moment,
but the reward of the godly will last. - The generous will prosper;
those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed. - To learn, you must love discipline;
it is stupid to hate correction. - A fool is quick-tempered,
but a wise person stays calm when insulted. - Deceit fills hearts that are plotting evil;
joy fills hearts that are planning peace! - The Lord detests lying lips,
but he delights in those who tell the truth.
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It is the same with my word.I send it out, and it always produces fruit.
It will accomplish all I want it to,
and it will prosper everywhere I send it.