Proverbs 16:4-6

International Children’s Bible

⁴The Lord makes everything work the way he wants it.
He even has a day of disaster for evil people.

⁵The Lord hates those who are proud.
You can be sure that they will be punished.

⁶Love and truth bring forgiveness of sin.
By respecting the Lord you will avoid evil.

Proverbs 16:4-6

New International Version

⁴The Lord works out everything to its proper end^(A)—
even the wicked for a day of disaster.^(B)

⁵The Lord detests all the proud of heart.^(C)
Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.^(D)

⁶Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for;
through the fear of the Lord^(E) evil is avoided.^(F)

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