The Message

Proverbs 13:9-19 The Message (MSG)

9. The lives of good people are brightly lit streets;the lives of the wicked are dark alleys.

10. Arrogant know-it-alls stir up discord,but wise men and women listen to each other’s counsel.

11. Easy come, easy go,but steady diligence pays off.

12. Unrelenting disappointment leaves you heartsick,but a sudden good break can turn life around.

13. Ignore the Word and suffer;honor God’s commands and grow rich.

14. The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life,so, no more drinking from death-tainted wells!

15. Sound thinking makes for gracious living,but liars walk a rough road.

16. A commonsense person lives good sense;fools litter the country with silliness.

17. Irresponsible talk makes a real mess of things,but a reliable reporter is a healing presence.

18. Refuse discipline and end up homeless;embrace correction and live an honored life.

19. Souls who follow their hearts thrive;fools bent on evil despise matters of soul.