Proverbs 16:9

New American Bible - revised edition

The human heart plans the way, but the Lord directs the steps.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 22:7

Now from God came Ahaziah’s downfall, that he should join Jehoram; for after his arrival he rode out with Jehoram to Jehu, son of Nimshi, whom the Lord had anointed to cut down the house of Ahab.

Psalm 37:23

The valiant one whose steps are guided by the Lord, who will delight in his way,

Proverbs 16:1

Plans are made in human hearts, but from the Lord comes the tongue’s response.

Proverbs 16:8

Better a little with justice, than a large income with injustice.

Proverbs 19:21

Many are the plans of the human heart, but it is the decision of the Lord that endures.

Proverbs 20:24

Our steps are from the Lord; how, then, can mortals understand their way?

Proverbs 21:1

A king’s heart is channeled water in the hand of the Lord; God directs it where he pleases.

Proverbs 21:30

No wisdom, no understanding, no counsel prevail against the Lord.

Isaiah 46:10

At the beginning I declare the outcome; from of old, things not yet done. I say that my plan shall stand, I accomplish my every desire.

Jeremiah 10:23

I know, Lord, that no one chooses their way, Nor determines their course nor directs their own step.

1 Samuel 9:16

At this time tomorrow I will send you a man from the land of Benjamin whom you are to anoint as ruler of my people Israel. He shall save my people from the hand of the Philistines. I have looked upon my people; their cry has come to me.