New International Reader's Version

Proverbs 3:24-34 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

24. When you lie down, you won't be afraid. When you lie down, you will sleep soundly.

25. Don't be terrified by sudden trouble. Don't be afraid when sinners are destroyed.

26. The Lord is the one you will trust in. He will keep your feet from being caught in a trap.

27. Don't hold back good from those who are worthy of it. Don't hold it back when you can help.

28. Suppose you have something to give. Don't say to your neighbor, "Come back later. I'll give it to you tomorrow."

29. Don't plan to harm your neighbor. He lives near you and trusts you.

30. Don't bring charges against a man without any reason. He has not harmed you.

31. Don't be jealous of a man who hurts others. Don't choose any of his ways.

32. The Lord really hates sinful people. But he makes honest people his closest friends.

33. The Lord puts a curse on the houses of sinners. But he blesses the homes of those who do what is right.

34. He laughs at proud people who make fun of others. But he gives grace to those who are not proud.