Book of the Bible: Proverbs

WHEN A BLESSING DOESN’T BLESS

A PROVERB CONCERNING SELF-PROMOTION

“As iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend” (Proverbs 27:17 NKJV)

“Wounds from a sincere friend are better than many kisses from an enemy” (Proverbs 27:6 NKJV)

“Know the state of your flocks, and put your heart into caring for your herds” (Proverbs 27:23 NLT)

“Let someone else praise you, not your own mouth— a stranger, not your own lips” (Proverbs 27:2 NLT)

“The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense” (Proverbs 27:9)

“Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring” (Proverbs 27:1)

“As a face is reflected in water, so the heart reflects the real person” (Proverbs 27:19)

“Wounds from a sincere friend are better than many kisses from an enemy” (Proverbs 27:6)