16Proverbs 16

1We may make our plans, but God has the last word.Select Proverbs 16:1

2You may think everything you do is right, but the Lord judges your motives.Select Proverbs 16:2

3Ask the Lord to bless your plans, and you will be successful in carrying them out.Select Proverbs 16:3

4Everything the Lord has made has its destiny; and the destiny of the wicked is destruction.Select Proverbs 16:4

5The Lord hates everyone who is arrogant; he will never let them escape punishment.Select Proverbs 16:5

6Be loyal and faithful, and God will forgive your sin. Obey the Lord and nothing evil will happen to you.Select Proverbs 16:6

7When you please the Lord, you can make your enemies into friends.Select Proverbs 16:7

8It is better to have a little, honestly earned, than to have a large income, dishonestly gained.Select Proverbs 16:8

9You may make your plans, but God directs your actions.Select Proverbs 16:9

10The king speaks with divine authority; his decisions are always right.Select Proverbs 16:10

11The Lord wants weights and measures to be honest and every sale to be fair.Select Proverbs 16:11

12Kings cannot tolerate evil, because justice is what makes a government strong.Select Proverbs 16:12

13A king wants to hear the truth and will favor those who speak it.Select Proverbs 16:13

14A wise person will try to keep the king happy; if the king becomes angry, someone may die.Select Proverbs 16:14

15The king's favor is like the clouds that bring rain in the springtime—life is there.Select Proverbs 16:15

16It is better—much better—to have wisdom and knowledge than gold and silver.Select Proverbs 16:16

17Those who are good travel a road that avoids evil; so watch where you are going—it may save your life.Select Proverbs 16:17

18Pride leads to destruction, and arrogance to downfall.Select Proverbs 16:18

19It is better to be humble and stay poor than to be one of the arrogant and get a share of their loot.Select Proverbs 16:19

20Pay attention to what you are taught, and you will be successful; trust in the Lord and you will be happy.Select Proverbs 16:20

21A wise, mature person is known for his understanding. The more pleasant his words, the more persuasive he is.Select Proverbs 16:21

22Wisdom is a fountain of life to the wise, but trying to educate stupid people is a waste of time.Select Proverbs 16:22

23Intelligent people think before they speak; what they say is then more persuasive.Select Proverbs 16:23

24Kind words are like honey—sweet to the taste and good for your health.Select Proverbs 16:24

25What you think is the right road may lead to death.Select Proverbs 16:25

26A laborer's appetite makes him work harder, because he wants to satisfy his hunger.Select Proverbs 16:26

27Evil people look for ways to harm others; even their words burn with evil.Select Proverbs 16:27

28Gossip is spread by wicked people; they stir up trouble and break up friendships.Select Proverbs 16:28

29Violent people deceive their friends and lead them to disaster.Select Proverbs 16:29

30Watch out for people who grin and wink at you; they have thought of something evil.Select Proverbs 16:30

31Long life is the reward of the righteous; gray hair is a glorious crown.Select Proverbs 16:31

32It is better to be patient than powerful. It is better to win control over yourself than over whole cities.Select Proverbs 16:32

33People cast lots to learn God's will, but God himself determines the answer.Select Proverbs 16:33