International Children’s Bible

Proverbs 12:11-24 International Children’s Bible (ICB)

11. The person who works his land will have plenty of food.But the one who chases useless dreams isn’t wise.

12. Evil people want what other evil people have stolen.But good people want to give to others.

13. Evil people are trapped by their evil talk.But good people stay out of trouble.

14. A person will be rewarded for what he says.And he will also be rewarded for what he does.

15. A foolish person thinks he is doing right.But a wise person listens to advice.

16. A foolish person quickly shows that he is upset.But a wise person ignores an insult.

17. An honest witness tells the truth.But a dishonest witness tells lies.

18. Careless words stab like a sword.But wise words bring healing.

19. Truth will last forever.But lies last only a moment.

20. Those who plan evil mean to lie.But those who plan peace will be happy.

21. No harm comes to a good person.But an evil person’s life is full of trouble.

22. The Lord hates those who tell lies.But he is pleased with those who do what they promise.

23. A wise person keeps what he knows to himself.But a foolish person shows how foolish he is.

24. Hard workers will become leaders.But those who are lazy will be slaves.