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Proverbs 16:1-9 Holy Bible: Easy-To-Read Version (ETR)

1. People might plan what they want to say, but it is the Lord who gives them the right words.

2. People think that whatever they do is right, but the Lord judges their reason for doing it.

3. Turn to the Lord for help in everything you do, and you will be successful.

4. The Lord has a plan for everything. In his plan, the wicked will be destroyed.

5. The Lord hates those who are proud. You can be sure he will punish them all.

6. Faithful love and loyalty will remove your guilt. Respect the Lord, and you will stay far away from evil.

7. When people live to please the Lord, even their enemies will be at peace with them.

8. It is better to be poor and do right than to be rich and do wrong.

9. People can plan what they want to do, but it is the Lord who guides their steps.

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