Proverbs 25:4-5; Proverbs 25:21-22

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Proverbs 25:4-5

4 Remove impurities from the silver and the silversmith can craft a fine chalice;
5 Remove the wicked from leadership and authority will be credible and God-honoring.
Published by permission. Originally published by NavPress in English as THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language copyright 2002 by Eugene Peterson. All rights reserved.

Proverbs 25:21-22

21 If you see your enemy hungry, go buy him lunch; if he's thirsty, bring him a drink.
22 Your generosity will surprise him with goodness, and God will look after you.
Published by permission. Originally published by NavPress in English as THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language copyright 2002 by Eugene Peterson. All rights reserved.