Proverbs 28:25 Selfish people cause trouble, but you will live a full life if you trust the LORD. (CEV)
Selfish, greedy, proud, arrogant, covetous, and unbelieving are all adjectives used in various translations of this verse. And it is so easy for me to dismiss these adjectives when it comes to myself—No, no. I’m none of these things. This verse is not about me.
Proverbs 28:25 The greedy stir up conflict, but those who trust in the LORD will prosper. (NIV)
But when I really, honestly look at my actions—those times when I get so angry at the way I was treated or the way people acted or the lack of common sense, when my hackles get up and I start yelling and fuming, then I’m the one stirring up conflict, I am that person. Jesus, Help me.
Proverbs 28:25 Greed causes fighting; trusting the LORD leads to prosperity. (NLT)
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for bringing this matter to my attention. I don’t want to be the selfish, greedy, proud, arrogant, covetous, unbelieving person who stirs up trouble in this life. I want to trust in You. I want to be filled with Your peace, which passes all understanding. Help me, Lord. Draw me closer. Amen.
Proverbs 28:25 A greedy man stirs up strife, but the one who trusts in the LORD will be enriched. (ESV)
Have a blessed day.