Proverbs 15 - NCB

A gentle reply turns away wrath, but a harsh word arouses anger. Proverbs 15:1

A gentle reply turns away wrath,
but a harsh word arouses anger.
Proverbs 15:1 speaking gentleness anger
A wholesome tongue is a tree of life,
but an undisciplined tongue crushes the spirit.
Proverbs 15:4 speaking Spirit lying

A fool spurns his father’s correction,
but whoever heeds admonition is prudent.
Proverbs 15:5 Father wisdom children
It is better to have a little and fear the Lord
than to possess immense wealth and suffer anguish.
Proverbs 15:16 money awe materialism
Plans miscarry when counsel is lacking,
but they succeed when there are many counselors.
Proverbs 15:22 speaking planning
A man is joyful when he utters apt answers,
and even more satisfying is a word in season.
Proverbs 15:23 speaking joy
The fear of the Lord provides instruction in wisdom,
and to be humble is the way to honor.
Proverbs 15:33 humility awe wisdom

Bible verse of the day

My son, concentrate attentively on my words;
pay heed to the instructions I pass on to you.
Do not let them slip from your mind;
keep them forever in your heart.

Proverbs 4:20-21 listening Word of God heart