Proverbs 28:15-28 Readings
On: wicked man ruling or in power; hates ill-gotten gain-long life; guilt of murder-fugitive till death; walk is blameless-safe, ways-perverse-suddenly fall; works his land-abundant food (vs 19), chases fantasies-have his fill of poverty; faithful man-richly blessed; show partiality-no good; stingy man-poverty awaits him; rebukes a man-gain more favour, flattering tongue;greedy man stirs up dissension; trusts in the LORD prosper, trusts in himself-fool; walks in wisdom-safe; gives to the poor lack nothing, closes his eyes receives many curses; wicked rise to power-hiding, wicked perish, the righteous thrive.
Proverbs 28:15-28
[15]Poor people are helpless against a wicked ruler; he is as dangerous as a growling lion or a prowling bear.
[16]A ruler without good sense will be a cruel tyrant. One who hates dishonesty will rule a long time.
[17]Someone guilty of murder is digging his own grave as fast as he can. Don’t try to stop him.
[18]Be honest and you will be safe. If you are dishonest, you will suddenly fall.
[19]A hard-working farmer has plenty to eat. People who waste time will always be poor.
[20]Honest people will lead a full, happy life. But if you are in a hurry to get rich, you are going to be punished.
[21]Prejudice is wrong. But some judges will do wrong to get even the smallest bribe.
[22]Selfish people are in such a hurry to get rich that they do not know when poverty is about to strike.
[23]Correct someone, and afterwards he will appreciate it more than flattery.
[24]Anyone who thinks it isn’t wrong to steal from his parents is no better than a common thief.
[25]Selfishness only causes trouble. You are much better off to trust the Lord.
[26]It is foolish to follow your own opinions. Be safe, and follow the teachings of wiser people.
[27]Give to the poor and you will never be in need. If you close your eyes to the poor, many people will curse you.
[28]People stay in hiding when the wicked come to power. But when they fall from power, the righteous will rule again.