Daily Bible CEV September 4 Verses

¹⁹By his wisdom and knowledge

the LORD created heaven and earth.

²⁰By his understanding he let the ocean break loose

and clouds release the rain.

²¹My child, use common sense and sound judgment!

Always keep them in mind.

²²They will help you to live a long and beautiful life.

²³You will walk safely and never stumble;

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you will rest without a worry and sleep soundly.

²⁵So don't be afraid of sudden disasters

or storms that strike those who are evil.

²⁶You can be sure

that the LORD will protect you from harm.

²⁷Do all you can for everyone who deserves your help.

²⁸Don't tell your neighbor to come back tomorrow,

if you can help today.

²⁹Don't try to be mean to neighbors who trust you.

³⁰Don't argue just to be arguing,

when you haven't been hurt.

³¹Don't be jealous of cruel people or follow their example.

³²The LORD doesn't like anyone who is dishonest,

but he lets good people be his friends.

³³He places a curse on the home of everyone who is evil,

but he blesses the home of every good person.

³⁴The LORD sneers at those who sneer at him,

but he is kind to everyone who is humble.

³⁵You will be praised if you are wise,

but you will be disgraced if you are a stubborn fool.

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