Justice From The Lips Of The Leader
Proverbs 16:10
10 The lips of a king speak as an oracle,
and his mouth does not betray justice.
NIV
Commentary
A legitimate national leader
is a prophet who secures justice.
10 The lips of a king speak as an oracle,
and his mouth does not betray justice.
NIV
Commentary
A legitimate national leader
is a prophet who secures justice.
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.
8 Better a little with righteousness
than much gain with injustice.
New International Version (NIV)
PCDC Commentary
A righteous meager gain
surpasses an unfair substantial gain.
7 When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way,
he causes their enemies to make peace with them.
PCDC Commentary
Following the Lord
protects you from your enemies.
6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for;
through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided.
PCDC Commentary
Atonement comes from love and faithfulness.
Fear Of The Lord averts evil.