Righteous Gain Versus Unjust Gain
Proverbs 16:8
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.
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.
The Proud Will Not Go Unpunished
Proverbs 16:5
The Lord detests all the proud of heart.
Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.
PCdc Commentary
Pride: The original sin
Proper End For The Wicked
Proverbs 16:4
The Lord works out everything to its proper end—
even the wicked for a day of disaster.
PCdc Commentary
What is the proper end for the Wicked?
A day of disaster.