Proverbs 16:1-2
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16 The plans of the mind belong to man,
but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.
2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes,
but the Lord weighs the spirit.
Proverbs 16:4
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4 The Lord has made everything for its purpose,
even the wicked for the day of trouble.
Proverbs 16:7
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7 When a man’s ways please the Lord,
he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Proverbs 16:9
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9 A man’s mind plans his way,
but the Lord directs his steps.
Proverbs 16:11
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11 A just balance and scales are the Lord’s;
all the weights in the bag are his work.
Proverbs 16:33
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33 The lot is cast into the lap,
but the decision is wholly from the Lord.
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