What happensPermalink
Proverbs 16 ranges across human planning, God’s sovereignty, humility, justice, rulers, speech, and self-control. People make plans, but the Lord weighs motives, directs their steps, and accomplishes His purposes. The wise reject pride, value righteousness above dishonest gain, speak graciously, and prize patience and self-mastery above conquest.
Why it mattersPermalink
Because the Lord governs all things, wisdom begins with humble dependence on Him rather than confidence in ourselves. Make plans, but commit them to the Lord and pursue what pleases Him. Seek righteousness more than wealth, rule your desires before trying to rule others, and remember that God’s purposes stand even when appearances suggest otherwise.
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The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.