1 The Lord controls rulers,just as he determinesthe course of rivers.
2 We may think we are doingthe right thing,but the Lord always knowswhat is in our hearts.
3 Doing what is right and fairpleases the Lordmore than an offering.
4 Evil people are proudand arrogant,but sin is the only cropthey produce.
5 If you plan and work hard,you will have plenty;if you get in a hurry,you will end up poor.
6 Cheating to get richis a foolish dreamand no less than suicide.
7 You destroy yourselfby being cruel and violentand refusing to live right.