25 Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.
25 The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe.
25 The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.
25 The fear of human opinion disables; trusting in God protects you from that.
25 The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe.
25 Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety.
19 Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel,
19 And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel,
19 and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel,
19 And don't forget to pray for me. Pray that I'll know what to say and have the courage to say it at the right time, telling the mystery to one and all, the Message that I,
19 and for me, that utterance may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the gospel,
19 And pray for me, too. Ask God to give me the right words so I can boldly explain God's mysterious plan that the Good News is for Jews and Gentiles alike.
(Read Ephesians 6:19-24)
The gospel was a mystery till made known by Divine revelation; and it is the work of Christ's ministers to declare it. The best and most eminent ministers need the prayers of believers. Those particularly should be prayed for, who are exposed to great hardships and perils in their work. Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith. By peace, understand all manner of peace; peace with God, peace of conscience, peace among themselves. And the grace of the Spirit, producing faith and love, and every grace. These he desires for those in whom they were already begun. And all grace and blessings come to the saints from God, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Grace, that is, the favour of God; and all good, spiritual and temporal, which is from it, is and shall be with all those who thus love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity, and with them only.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 29:25
Commentary on Proverbs 29:25
(Read Proverbs 29:25)
Many are ashamed to own Christ now; and he will not own them in the day of judgment. But he that trusts in the Lord will be saved from this snare.