Proverbs 18:6-16

6 The words of a fool start fights; do him a favor and gag him.

7 Fools are undone by their big mouths; their souls are crushed by their words.

8 Listening to gossip is like eating cheap candy; do you really want junk like that in your belly?

9 Slack habits and sloppy work are as bad as vandalism.

10 God's name is a place of protection - good people can run there and be safe.

11 The rich think their wealth protects them; they imagine themselves safe behind it.

12 Pride first, then the crash, but humility is precursor to honor.

13 Answering before listening is both stupid and rude.

14 A healthy spirit conquers adversity, but what can you do when the spirit is crushed?

15 Wise men and women are always learning, always listening for fresh insights.

16 A gift gets attention; it buys the attention of eminent people.