Proverbs 17:3, 9, 17-18, 24, 27-28
Proverbs 17:3 NIV
The crucible for silver and the furnace for gold, but the LORD tests the heart.
Proverbs 17:9 NIV
Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.
Proverbs 17:17-18 NIV
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity. One who has no sense shakes hands in pledge and puts up security for a neighbor.
Proverbs 17:24 NIV
A discerning person keeps wisdom in view, but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth.
Proverbs 17:27-28 NIV
The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and whoever has understanding is even-tempered. Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues.





