Proverbs 16:7

7 When a person's path draws favor from the LORD, even their enemies are at peace with them.

Proverbs 16:7 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 16:7

When a man's ways please the Lord
As they do when a man walks according to the rule of his word; when he walks as he has Christ for an example; when he walks after the Spirit, and not after the flesh; when he walks by faith, and does all he does in faith; without which it is impossible to please God, ( Hebrews 11:6 ) ; and when all his ways and actions are directed to the glory of God; he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him;
as Abimelech with Isaac, Esau with Jacob; and the enemies of the church and people of God with then, in the latter day, ( Revelation 3:9 ) .

Proverbs 16:7 In-Context

5 The LORD detests all who are arrogant; they surely won't go unpunished.
6 Love and faithfulness reconcile guilt; the fear of the LORD turns away evil.
7 When a person's path draws favor from the LORD, even their enemies are at peace with them.
8 Better a little with righteousness than great profits without justice.
9 People plan their path, but the LORD secures their steps.
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