Proverbs 15:26-29b

²⁶An unrighteous thought is abomination to the Lord; But the sayings of the pure are held in honor.

²⁷A receiver of bribes destroys himself; But he that hates the receiving of bribes is safe.

^27aBy alms and by faithful dealings sins are purged away; But by the fear of the Lord everyone departs from evil.

²⁸The hearts of the righteous meditate faithfulness; But the mouth of the ungodly answers evil things.

^28aThe ways of righteous men are acceptable with the Lord; And through them even enemies become friends.

²⁹God is far from the ungodly; But he hearkens to the prayers of the righteous.

^29aBetter are small receipts with righteousness, Than abundant fruits with unrighteousness.

^29bLet the heart of a man think justly, That his steps may be rightly ordered of God.