Proverbs 16

Selected verses from Proverbs 16:

To humans belong the plans of the heart,

    but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue.

All a person’s ways seem pure to them,

    but motives are weighed by the Lord.

Commit to the Lord whatever you do,

    and he will establish your plans.

In their hearts humans plan their course,

    but the Lord establishes their steps.

Honest scales and balances belong to the Lord;

    all the weights in the bag are of his making.

    his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.

How much better to get wisdom than gold,

    to get insight rather than silver!

Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,

    and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.

The wise in heart are called discerning,

    and gracious words promote instruction.

Gracious words are a honeycomb,

    sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.

Gray hair is a crown of splendor;

    it is attained in the way of righteousness.