23. If you want to stay out of trouble, be careful what you say.
24. Show me a conceited person and I will show you someone who is arrogant, proud, and inconsiderate.
25. Lazy people who refuse to work are only killing themselves;
26. all they do is think about what they would like to have. The righteous, however, can give, and give generously.
27. The Lord hates it when wicked people offer him sacrifices, especially if they do it from evil motives.
28. The testimony of a liar is not believed, but the word of someone who thinks matters through is accepted.
29. Righteous people are sure of themselves; the wicked have to pretend as best they can.
30. Human wisdom, brilliance, insight — they are of no help if the Lord is against you.
31. You can get horses ready for battle, but it is the Lord who gives victory.