2 We may think we knowwhat is right,but the Lord is the judgeof our motives.
3 Share your plans with the Lord,and you will succeed.
4 The Lord has a reasonfor everything he does,and he lets evil people liveonly to be punished.
5 The Lord doesn't likeanyone who is conceited—you can be surethey will be punished.
6 If we truly love God,our sins will be forgiven;if we show him respect,we will keep away from sin.
7 When we please the Lord,even our enemiesmake friends with us.
8 It's better to be honestand poorthan to be dishonestand rich.