Proverbs 12:20-22

New Life Version

²⁰Lying is in the heart of those who plan what is bad, but those who plan peace have joy.

²¹No trouble comes upon those who are right with God, but the sinful are filled with trouble.

²²The Lord hates lying lips, but those who speak the truth are His joy.

Proverbs 12:20-22

New International Version

²⁰Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil,
but those who promote peace have joy.^(A)

²¹No harm overtakes the righteous,^(B)
but the wicked have their fill of trouble.

²²The Lord detests lying lips,^(C)
but he delights^(D) in people who are trustworthy.^(E)

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