1 Better the poor whose walk is blameless than a fool whose lips are perverse.
2 Desire without knowledge is not good- how much more will hasty feet miss the way!
3 A person's own folly leads to their ruin, yet their heart rages against the Lord.
4 Wealth attracts many friends, but even the closest friend of the poor person deserts them.
5 A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free.
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A fool's lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating.
Read all of Proverbs 18 NIVWhat good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul?
Read all of Matthew 16 NIVLive in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.
Read all of Romans 12 NIVMay the Lord direct your hearts into God's love and Christ's perseverance.
Read all of 2 Thessalonians 3 NIVBy faith Abraham, even though he was past age -- and Sarah herself was barren -- was enabled to become a father because he considered him faithful who had made the promise.
Read all of Hebrews 11 NIVCreate in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
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Daily Verse Reflection
Commentary on Proverbs 19:1
(Read Proverbs 19:1)
A poor man who fears God, is more honourable and happy, than a man without wisdom and grace, however rich or advanced in rank.