Proverbs 11:28

New Century Version

Those who trust in riches will be ruined, but a good person will be healthy like a green leaf.

Cross References

Psalm 1:3

They are strong, like a tree planted by a river. The tree produces fruit in season, and its leaves don’t die. Everything they do will succeed.

Psalm 49:6

They trust in their money and brag about their riches.

Psalm 62:10

Do not trust in force. Stealing is of no use. Even if you gain more riches, don’t put your trust in them.

Proverbs 10:15

Having lots of money protects the rich, but having no money destroys the poor.

Isaiah 60:21

All of your people will do what is right. They will receive the earth forever. They are the plant I have planted, the work of my own hands to show my greatness.

Jeremiah 17:8

He will be strong, like a tree planted near water that sends its roots by a stream. It is not afraid when the days are hot; its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year when no rain comes; it always produces fruit.

Luke 12:20

“But God said to him, ‘Foolish man! Tonight your life will be taken from you. So who will get those things you have prepared for yourself?’

1 Timothy 6:17

Command those who are rich with things of this world not to be proud. Tell them to hope in God, not in their uncertain riches. God richly gives us everything to enjoy.