God's Word Translation

Proverbs 18:14-21 God's Word Translation (GW)

14. A person’s spirit can endure sickness,but who can bear a broken spirit?

15. The mind of a person who has understanding acquires knowledge.The ears of wise people seek knowledge.

16. A gift opens doors for the one who gives itand brings him into the presence of great people.

17. The first to state his case seems right⌊until⌋ his neighbor comes to cross-examine him.

18. Flipping a coin ends quarrelsand settles ⌊issues⌋ between powerful people.

19. An offended brother is more ⌊resistant⌋ than a strong city,and disputes are like the locked gate of a castle tower.

20. A person’s speaking ability provides for his stomach.His talking provides him a living.

21. The tongue has the power of life and death,and those who love to talk will have to eat their own words.