Scripture:  Proverbs 21:15-31  (NLT)

Justice is a joy to the godly,
but it terrifies evildoers.

The person who strays from common sense
will end up in the company of the dead.

Those who love pleasure become poor;
those who love wine and luxury will never be rich.

The wicked are punished in place of the godly,
and traitors in place of the honest.

It’s better to live alone in the desert
than with a quarrelsome, complaining wife.

The wise have wealth and luxury,
but fools spend whatever they get.

Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love
will find life, righteousness, and honor.

The wise conquer the city of the strong
and level the fortress in which they trust.

Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut,
and you will stay out of trouble.

Mockers are proud and haughty;
they act with boundless arrogance.

Despite their desires, the lazy will come to ruin,
for their hands refuse to work.

Some people are always greedy for more,
but the godly love to give!

The sacrifice of an evil person is detestable,
especially when it is offered with wrong motives.

A false witness will be cut off,
but a credible witness will be allowed to speak.

The wicked bluff their way through,
but the virtuous think before they act.

No human wisdom or understanding or plan
can stand against the Lord.

The horse is prepared for the day of battle,
but the victory belongs to the Lord.

comment:  don't know about any of you wana bees - sometimes mentioned as yahoos - love reading stuff like this, as much as ole dummy does, but when we listen to WORLDLY news, it just seems to be the opposite, in my mind.

sure am glad that his son's last words, on the cross, were, "father it is finished, i commit my spirit to you."

Prayer:  heaven father, we praise you for letting us learn how to claim your holy word, when it is in the will of your grace, ordained by and with your scepter, full of your glory.