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POETS
Greed brings grief to the whole family,
but those who hate bribes will live.
The heart of the godly thinks carefully before speaking;
the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words.
The Lord is far from the wicked,
but he hears the prayers of the righteous.
A cheerful look brings joy to the heart;
good news makes for good health.
If you listen to constructive criticism,
you will be at home among the wise.
If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself;
but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding.
Fear of the Lord teaches wisdom;
humility precedes honor.
We can make our own plans,
but the Lord gives the right answer.
People may be pure in their own eyes,
but the Lord examines their motives.
Commit your actions to the Lord,
and your plans will succeed.
The Lord has made everything for his own purposes,
even the wicked for a day of disaster.
The Lord detests the proud;
they will surely be punished.
Unfailing love and faithfulness make atonement for sin.
By fearing the Lord, people avoid evil.
When people’s lives please the Lord,
even their enemies are at peace with them.
Better to have little, with godliness,
than to be rich and dishonest.
We can make our plans,
but the Lord determines our steps.
15:27–16:9
