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Proverbs 16:1-6

1 Mortals make elaborate plans, but God has the last word.

1 To humans belong the plans of the heart, but from the LORD comes the proper answer of the tongue.

2 Humans are satisfied with whatever looks good; God probes for what is good.

2 All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD.

3 Put God in charge of your work, then what you've planned will take place.

3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.

4 God made everything with a place and purpose; even the wicked are included - but for judgment.

4 The LORD works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster.

5 God can't stomach arrogance or pretense; believe me, he'll put those upstarts in their place.

5 The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.

6 Guilt is banished through love and truth; Fear-of-God deflects evil.

6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided.