Proverbs 10:16

Contemporary English Version 1995

If you live right, the reward is a good life; if you are evil, all you have is sin.

Cross References

Hebrews 6:10

God is always fair. He will remember how you helped his people in the past and how you are still helping them. You belong to God, and he won't forget the love you have shown his people.

Romans 6:23

Sin pays off with death. But God's gift is eternal life given by Jesus Christ our Lord.

John 6:27

Don't work for food that spoils. Work for food that gives eternal life. The Son of Man will give you this food, because God the Father has given him the right to do so.”

1 Corinthians 15:58

My dear friends, stand firm and don't be shaken. Always keep busy working for the Lord. You know that everything you do for him is worthwhile.

Proverbs 11:30

Live right, and you will eat from the life-giving tree. And if you act wisely, others will follow.

2 Timothy 3:13

But evil people who pretend to be what they are not will become worse than ever, as they fool others and are fooled themselves.

Matthew 15:19

Out of your heart come evil thoughts, murder, unfaithfulness in marriage, vulgar deeds, stealing, telling lies, and insulting others.

Proverbs 21:21

If you try to be kind and good, you will be blessed with life and goodness and honor.