16
Do not count yourself among the crowd of sinners; remember that wrath does not delay.
17
Humble yourself greatly, for the punishment of the ungodly is fire and worms.
18
Do not exchange a friend for money, or a real brother for the gold of Ophir.
19
Do not deprive yourself of a wise and good wife, for her charm is worth more than gold.
20
Do not abuse a servant who performs his work faithfully, or a hired laborer who devotes himself to you.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.