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Proverbs 21:23-30 New Century Version (NCV)

23. Those who are careful about what they saykeep themselves out of trouble.

24. People who act with stubborn prideare called “proud,” “bragger,” and “mocker.”

25. Lazy people’s desire for sleep will kill them,because they refuse to work.

26. All day long they wish for more,but good people give without holding back.

27. The Lord hates sacrifices brought by evil people,particularly when they offer them for the wrong reasons.

28. A lying witness will be forgotten,but a truthful witness will speak on.

29. Wicked people are stubborn,but good people think carefully about what they do.

30. There is no wisdom, understanding, or advicethat can succeed against the Lord.

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