Proverbs 15:1-33 GNT

[1] A gentle answer quiets anger, but a harsh one stirs it up. [2] When wise people speak, they make knowledge attractive, but stupid people spout nonsense. [3] The LORD sees what happens everywhere; he is watching us, whether we do good or evil. [4] Kind words bring life, but cruel words crush your spirit. [5] It is foolish to ignore what your parents taught you; it is wise to accept their correction. [6] Righteous people keep their wealth, but the wicked lose theirs when hard times come. [7] Knowledge is spread by people who are wise, not by fools. [8] The LORD is pleased when good people pray, but hates the sacrifices that the wicked bring him. [9] The LORD hates the ways of evil people, but loves those who do what is right. [10] If you do what is wrong, you will be severely punished; you will die if you do not let yourself be corrected. [11] Not even the world of the dead can keep the LORD from knowing what is there; how then can we hide our thoughts from God? [12] Conceited people do not like to be corrected; they never ask for advice from those who are wiser. [13] When people are happy, they smile, but when they are sad, they look depressed. [14] Intelligent people want to learn, but stupid people are satisfied with ignorance. [15] The life of the poor is a constant struggle, but happy people always enjoy life. [16] Better to be poor and fear the LORD than to be rich and in trouble. [17] Better to eat vegetables with people you love than to eat the finest meat where there is hate. [18] Hot tempers cause arguments, but patience brings peace. [19] If you are lazy, you will meet difficulty everywhere, but if you are honest, you will have no trouble. [20] Wise children make their fathers happy. Only fools despise their mothers. [21] Stupid people are happy with their foolishness, but the wise will do what is right. [22] Get all the advice you can, and you will succeed; without it you will fail. [23] What a joy it is to find just the right word for the right occasion! [24] Wise people walk the road that leads upward to life, not the road that leads downward to death. [25] The LORD will destroy the homes of arrogant men, but he will protect a widow's property. [26] The LORD hates evil thoughts, but he is pleased with friendly words. [27] Try to make a profit dishonestly, and you get your family in trouble. Don't take bribes and you will live longer. [28] Good people think before they answer. Evil people have a quick reply, but it causes trouble. [29] When good people pray, the LORD listens, but he ignores those who are evil. [30] Smiling faces make you happy, and good news makes you feel better. [31] If you pay attention when you are corrected, you are wise. [32] If you refuse to learn, you are hurting yourself. If you accept correction, you will become wiser. [33] Reverence for the LORD is an education in itself. You must be humble before you can ever receive honors.