Proverbs 19:21 - The Message We humans keep brainstorming options and plans, but God’s purpose prevails. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 There are many devices in a man's heart; Nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition Many plans are in a man's mind, but it is the Lord's purpose for him that will stand. [Job 23:13; Ps. 33:10, 11; Isa. 14:26, 27; 46:10; Acts 5:39; Heb. 6:17.] American Standard Version (1901) There are many devices in a man’s heart; But the counsel of Jehovah, that shall stand. Common English Bible Many plans are in a person’s mind, but the LORD’s purpose will succeed. Catholic Public Domain Version There are many intentions in the heart of a man. But the will of the Lord shall stand firm. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version There are many thoughts in the heart of a man: but the will of the Lord shall stand firm. |