Proverbs
Chapters 13:16-22
New International Version
16All who are prudent act with knowledge, but fools expose their folly.
17A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy brings healing.
18Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored.
19A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning from evil.
20Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.
21Trouble pursues the sinner, but the righteous are rewarded with good things.
22A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.