Author Archives: Plymothian

 20 The LORD detests those whose hearts are perverse,    but he delights in those whose ways are blameless.  21 Be sure of this: The wicked will not go unpunished,    but those who are righteous will go free.  22 Like a … Continue reading →

15 Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer,    but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe.  16 A kindhearted woman gains honor,    but ruthless men gain only wealth.  17 Those who are kind benefit themselves, … Continue reading →

14 For lack of guidance a nation falls,    but victory is won through many advisers. Election Season Nations rise and fall because of the quality of their leadership.  There are those who verge on anarchy who would rather that a nation … Continue reading →

 12 Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense,    but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.  13 A gossip betrays a confidence,    but a trustworthy person keeps a secret. Gossip and Slander I have been angry enough to launch … Continue reading →

When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices,     and when the wicked perish there are shouts of gladness. 11 By the blessing of the upright a city is exalted,     but by the mouth of the wicked it is overthrown. … Continue reading →

 7 Hopes placed in mortals die with them;    all the promise of[a]their power comes to nothing.  8 The righteous person is rescued from trouble,    and it falls on the wicked instead.  9 With their mouths the godless destroy their neighbors, … Continue reading →

 5 The righteousness of the blameless makes their paths straight,    but the wicked are brought down by their own wickedness.  6 The righteousness of the upright delivers them,    but the unfaithful are trapped by evil desires. Destiny Destiny is often … Continue reading →

 1 The LORD detests dishonest scales,    but accurate weights find favor with him.  2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace,    but with humility comes wisdom.  3 The integrity of the upright guides them,    but the unfaithful are destroyed by their … Continue reading →

 22 The blessing of the LORD brings wealth,    without painful toil for it.  23 A fool finds pleasure in wicked schemes,    but a person of understanding delights in wisdom.  24 What the wicked dread will overtake them;    what the righteous … Continue reading →

 6 Blessings crown the head of the righteous,    but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked.[a]  7 The name of the righteous is used in blessings,[b]    but the name of the wicked will rot.  8 The wise in heart accept commands, … Continue reading →