Proverbs 11:14-19 The Message (MSG)

14. Without good direction, people lose their way;the more wise counsel you follow, the better your chances.

15. Whoever makes deals with strangers is sure to get burned;if you keep a cool head, you’ll avoid rash bargains.

16. A woman of gentle grace gets respect,but men of rough violence grab for loot.

17. When you’re kind to others, you help yourself;when you’re cruel to others, you hurt yourself.

18. Bad work gets paid with a bad check;good work gets solid pay.

19. Take your stand with God’s loyal community and live,or chase after phantoms of evil and die.

Proverbs 11