Proverbs 3:5-6
GOD’S WORD Translation
5 Trust the Lord with all your heart,
and do not rely on your own understanding.
6 In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths smooth.[a]
Footnotes
- 3:6 Or “straight.”
Proverbs 4:11-12
GOD’S WORD Translation
11 I have taught you the way of wisdom.
I have guided you along decent paths.
12 When you walk, your stride will not be hampered.
Even if you run, you will not stumble.
Proverbs 8:12-18
GOD’S WORD Translation
Wisdom’s Authority
12 “I, Wisdom, live with insight,
and I acquire knowledge and foresight.
13 To fear the Lord is to hate evil.
I hate pride, arrogance, evil behavior, and twisted speech.
14 Advice and priceless wisdom are mine.
I, Understanding, have strength.
15 Through me kings reign,
and rulers decree fair laws.
16 Through me princes rule,
so do nobles and all fair judges.
17 I love those who love me.
Those eagerly looking for me will find me.
18 I have riches and honor,
lasting wealth and righteousness.
Proverbs 11:3
GOD’S WORD Translation
3 Integrity guides decent people,
but hypocrisy leads treacherous people to ruin.
Proverbs 12:5
GOD’S WORD Translation
5 The thoughts of righteous people are fair.
The advice of wicked people is treacherous.
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