Verse 20
There is nothing got by ill designs. And many have paid dear for an unbridled tongue.Verse 21
This speaks very plainly what many wise and good men feel very strongly, how grievous it is
to have a foolish, wicked child.
Verse 22
It is great mercy that God gives us leave to be cheerful, and cause to be cheerful, if by his grace
he gives us hearts to be cheerful.
Verse 23
The wicked are ready to part with their money, though loved, that they may not suffer for their
crimes.
Verse 24
The prudent man keeps the word of God continually in view. But the foolish man cannot fix
his thoughts, nor pursue any purpose with steadiness.
Verse 25
Wicked children despise the authority of their father, and the tenderness of their mother.Verse 26
It is very wrong to find fault for doing what is duty.Verses 27 , 28
A man may show himself to be a wise man, by the good temper of his mind, and by the good
government of his tongue. He is careful when he does speak, to speak to the purpose. God knows
his heart, and the folly that is bound there; therefore he cannot be deceived in his judgment as men
may be.
Chapter 18