Proverbs 10:9

New International Reader's Version

Anyone who lives without blame walks safely. But anyone who takes a crooked path will get caught.

Cross References

Genesis 17:1

When Abram was 99 years old, the Lord appeared to him. He said, “I am the Mighty God. Walk faithfully with me. Live in a way that pleases me.

Job 8:20

“I’m sure God doesn’t turn his back on anyone who is honest. And he doesn’t help those who do what is evil.

Psalm 23:4

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid. You are with me. Your shepherd’s rod and staff comfort me.

Psalm 25:21

May my honest and good life keep me safe. Lord, I have put my hope in you.

Psalm 84:11

The Lord God is like the sun that gives us light. He is like a shield that keeps us safe. The Lord blesses us with favor and honor. He doesn’t hold back anything good from those whose lives are without blame.

Proverbs 17:20

If your heart is twisted, you won’t succeed. If your tongue tells lies, you will get into trouble.

Proverbs 26:26

Their hatred can be hidden by lies. But their evil plans will be shown to everyone.

Proverbs 28:1

Sinners run away even when no one is chasing them. But those who do what is right are as bold as lions.

Proverbs 28:18

Anyone who lives without blame is kept safe. But anyone whose path is crooked will fall into the pit.

Proverbs 3:23

Then you will go on your way in safety. You will not trip and fall.

Matthew 10:26

“So don’t be afraid of your enemies. Everything that is secret will be brought out into the open. Everything that is hidden will be uncovered.

1 Corinthians 4:5

So don’t judge anything before the appointed time. Wait until the Lord returns. He will bring to light what is hidden in the dark. He will show the real reasons why people do what they do. At that time each person will receive their praise from God.

1 Timothy 5:25

In the same way, good works are easy to see. But even good works that are hard to see can’t stay hidden forever.