Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Proverbs 16:6-21 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

6. If we truly love God,our sins will be forgiven;if we show him respect,we will keep away from sin.

7. When we please the Lord,even our enemiesmake friends with us.

8. It's better to be honestand poorthan to be dishonestand rich.

9. We make our own plans,but the Lord decideswhere we will go.

10. Rulers speak with authorityand are never wrong.

11. The Lord doesn't like itwhen we cheat in business.

12. Justice makes rulers powerful.They should hate evil

13. and like honesty and truth.

14. An angry rulercan put you to death.So be wise!Don't make one angry.

15. When a ruler is happyand pleased with you,it's like refreshing rain,and you will live.

16. It's much better to be wiseand sensiblethan to be rich.

17. God's people avoid evil ways,and they protect themselvesby watching where they go.

18. Too much pridewill destroy you.

19. You are better offbeing humble and poorthan getting richfrom what you take by force.

20. If you know what you're doing,you will prosper.God blesses everyonewho trusts him.

21. Good judgment provesthat you are wise,and if you speak kindly,you can teach others.