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Verse of the Day

Monday, April 20, 2026

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Proverbs 21:2 NIV

All a man's ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart.

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Translations of Today's Verse

King James Version

Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.

English Standard Version

Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the heart.

The Message

We justify our actions by appearances; God examines our motives.

New King James Version

Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the hearts.

New Living Translation

People may think they are doing what is right, but the LORD examines the heart.

Commentary on Today's Verse

Commentary on Proverbs 21:2

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We are partial in judging ourselves and our actions.

Proverbs 21:2 In-Context

¹ In the Lord's hand the king's heart is a stream of water that he channels toward all who please him.

² A person may think their own ways are right, but the Lord weighs the heart.

³ To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.

⁴ Haughty eyes and a proud heart- the unplowed field of the wicked-produce sin.

⁵ The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.

This Week's Daily Bible Verses

Sunday, April 19

1 Peter 4:8

Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.

Hear my voice when I call, O LORD; be merciful to me and answer me. ... Do not hide your face from me, do not turn your servant away in anger; you have been my helper. Do not reject me or forsake me, O God my Savior. Though my father and mother forsake me, the LORD will receive me.