Proverbs
Chapters 19:21-27
Holy Bible: Easy-To-Read Version
21People might make many plans, but what the Lord says is what will happen.
22People want a friend they can trust. It is better to be poor than to be a liar.
23Respect the Lord and you will have a good life, one that is satisfying and free from trouble.
24Some people are too lazy to take care of themselves. They will not even lift the food from their plate to their mouth.
25Punish a rude, arrogant person, and even slow learners will become wiser. But just a little correction is enough to teach a person who has understanding.
26Those who would steal from their father and chase away their mother are disgusting, shameful people.
27My son, if you stop listening to instructions, you will keep making stupid mistakes.