8 God can’t stand pious poses,but he delights in genuine prayers.
9 A life frittered away disgusts God;he loves those who run straight for the finish line.
10 It’s a school of hard knocks for those who leave God’s path,a dead-end street for those who hate God’s rules.
11 Even hell holds no secrets from God—do you think he can’t read human hearts?
12 Know-it-alls don’t like being told what to do;they avoid the company of wise men and women.
13 A cheerful heart brings a smile to your face;a sad heart makes it hard to get through the day.
14 An intelligent person is always eager to take in more truth;fools feed on fast-food fads and fancies.