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Proverbs 12:10-22 Good News Bible (GNB)

10. Good people take care of their animals, but wicked people are cruel to theirs.

11. A hard-working farmer has plenty to eat, but it is stupid to waste time on useless projects.

12. All that wicked people want is to find evil things to do, but the righteous stand firm.

13. The wicked are trapped by their own words, but honest people get themselves out of trouble.

14. Your reward depends on what you say and what you do; you will get what you deserve.

15. Stupid people always think they are right. Wise people listen to advice.

16. When a fool is annoyed, he quickly lets it be known. Sensible people will ignore an insult.

17. When you tell the truth, justice is done, but lies lead to injustice.

18. Thoughtless words can wound as deeply as any sword, but wisely spoken words can heal.

19. A lie has a short life, but truth lives on for ever.

20. Those who plan evil are in for a rude surprise, but those who work for good will find happiness.

21. Nothing bad happens to righteous people, but the wicked have nothing but trouble.

22. The Lord hates liars, but is pleased with those who keep their word.

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