Monthly Archives: December 2020

A Bribe Is Evil – Proverbs 17:8

A Bribe Is Evil
Proverbs 17:8

8 A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it;
they think success will come at every turn.

NIV

PCDC Commentary

A bribe is a moral and criminal offense
that always spawns evil.

Your Heart And God’s Path – Proverbs 16:9

Your Heart And God’s Path
Proverbs 16:9

9 In their hearts humans plan their course,
but the Lord establishes their steps.

NIV

PCDC Commentary

You plan with your heart,
but the Lord creates your path.

Pursuits Of The Wicked And The Righteous – Proverbs 15:9

Pursuits Of The Wicked And The Righteous
Proverbs 15:9

9 The Lord detests the way of the wicked,
but he loves those who pursue righteousness.

NIV

PCDC Commentary

Pursuits of the wicked are detested by The Lord.
Pursuits of the righteous are loved by Him.

Mockers, Penance, and Goodwill – Proverbs 14:9

Mockers, Penance, and Goodwill
Proverbs 14:9

9 Fools mock at making amends for sin,
but goodwill is found among the upright.

NIV

PCDC Commentary

Penance creates goodwill from and to the righteous.
Mockers seek neither penance nor goodwill.

Bright Light Or Extinguished Lamp – Proverbs 13:9

Bright Light Or Extinguished Lamp
Proverbs 13:9

9 The light of the righteous shines brightly,
but the lamp of the wicked is snuffed out.

NIV

PCDC Commentary

The Righteous shine.
The Wicked smother.