Proverbs 28:18-20

Good News Translation

¹⁸ Be honest and you will be safe. If you are dishonest, you will suddenly fall.

¹⁹ A hard-working farmer has plenty to eat. People who waste time will always be poor.

²⁰ Honest people will lead a full, happy life. But if you are in a hurry to get rich, you are going to be punished.