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Proverbs 16:4
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Proverbs 16:4
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The LORD works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster.
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Proverbs 16:4 in Other Translations
KJV
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The LORD hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.
ESV
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The LORD has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of trouble.
NLT
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The LORD has made everything for his own purposes, even the wicked for a day of disaster.
MSG
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God made everything with a place and purpose; even the wicked are included - but for judgment.
CSB
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The Lord has prepared everything for His purpose- even the wicked for the day of disaster.
Proverbs 16:4 In-Context
2
All a person’s ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the LORD.
3
Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.
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The LORD works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster.
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The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.
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Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided.
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Exodus 9:16
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Isaiah 43:7
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2 Chronicles 34:24
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Psalms 18:18
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Romans 9:22
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