Proverbs 15:13

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Happiness makes you smile; sorrow can crush you.

Cross References

Nehemiah 2:2

So the king said, “Why do you look so sad? You're not sick. Something must be bothering you.” Even though I was frightened,

Proverbs 12:25

Worry is a heavy burden, but a kind word always brings cheer.

Proverbs 14:30

It's healthy to be content, but envy can eat you up.

Proverbs 15:15

The poor have a hard life, but being content is as good as an endless feast.

Proverbs 17:22

If you are cheerful, you feel good; if you are sad, you hurt all over.

Proverbs 18:14

Being cheerful helps when we are sick, but nothing helps when we give up.

John 14:1

Jesus said to his disciples, “Don't be worried! Have faith in God and have faith in me.

2 Corinthians 1:12

We can be proud of our clear conscience. We have always lived honestly and sincerely, especially when we were with you. And we were guided by God's wonderful kindness instead of by the wisdom of this world.

2 Corinthians 2:7

When people sin, you should forgive and comfort them, so they won't give up in despair.

2 Corinthians 7:10

When God makes you feel sorry enough to turn to him and be saved, you don't have anything to feel bad about. But when this world makes you feel sorry, it can cause your death.