Proverbs
Chapters 15:3-9
Holy Bible: Easy-To-Read Version
3The Lord sees what happens everywhere. He watches everyone, good and evil.
4Kind words are like a life-giving tree, but lying words will crush your spirit.
5Fools refuse to listen to their father’s advice, but those who accept discipline are smart.
6Good people are rich in many ways, but those who are evil get nothing but trouble.
7Wise people say things that give you new knowledge, but fools say nothing worth hearing.
8The Lord hates the offerings of the wicked, but he is happy to hear the prayers of those who live right.
9The Lord hates the way evil people live, but he loves those who try to do good.