16 A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great. 17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines. In the giving and receiving of gifts, it is important to discern whether expectations are attached. If a person is expecting something … Continue reading Proverbs 18:16-17
Tag: Judgement
Proverbs 16:11-13
11 Honest scales and balances belong to the Lord; all the weights in the bag are of his making. 12 Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness. 13 Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value the one who speaks what is right. While our opinions of justice vary with our … Continue reading Proverbs 16:11-13