Proverbs 18:11-22

Proverbs 18:11-22 MSG

The rich think their wealth protects them; they imagine themselves safe behind it. Pride first, then the crash, but humility is precursor to honor. Answering before listening is both stupid and rude. A healthy spirit conquers adversity, but what can you do when the spirit is crushed? Wise men and women are always learning, always listening for fresh insights. A gift gets attention; it buys the attention of eminent people. The first speech in a court case is always convincing— until the cross-examination starts! You may have to draw straws when faced with a tough decision. Do a favor and win a friend forever; nothing can untie that bond. Words satisfy the mind as much as fruit does the stomach; good talk is as gratifying as a good harvest. Words kill, words give life; they’re either poison or fruit—you choose. Find a good spouse, you find a good life— and even more: the favor of GOD!

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Proverbs 18:11-22 - The rich think their wealth protects them;
they imagine themselves safe behind it.

Pride first, then the crash,
but humility is precursor to honor.

Answering before listening
is both stupid and rude.

A healthy spirit conquers adversity,
but what can you do when the spirit is crushed?

Wise men and women are always learning,
always listening for fresh insights.

A gift gets attention;
it buys the attention of eminent people.

The first speech in a court case is always convincing—
until the cross-examination starts!

You may have to draw straws
when faced with a tough decision.

Do a favor and win a friend forever;
nothing can untie that bond.

Words satisfy the mind as much as fruit does the stomach;
good talk is as gratifying as a good harvest.

Words kill, words give life;
they’re either poison or fruit—you choose.

Find a good spouse, you find a good life—
and even more: the favor of GOD!

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