Proverbs 16:1
Proverbs concerning Life and Conduct
161 The plans of the mind belong to mortals, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:1
Commentary on Proverbs 16:1
(Read Proverbs 16:1)
The renewing grace of God alone prepares the heart for every good work. This teaches us that we are not sufficient of ourselves to think or speak any thing wise and good.