Psalm 49:6

New International Reader's Version

They trust in their wealth. They brag about how rich they are.

Cross References

Esther 5:11

He bragged to them about how rich he was. He talked about how many sons he had. He spoke about all the ways the king had honored him. He bragged about how the king had given him a high position. It was higher than the position of any of the other nobles and officials.

Psalm 112:7

They aren’t afraid when bad news comes. They stand firm because they trust in the Lord.

Psalm 112:8

Their hearts are secure. They aren’t afraid. In the end they will see their enemies destroyed.

Psalm 52:7

“Just look at this fellow! He didn’t depend on God for his safety. He put his trust in all his wealth. He grew strong by destroying others!”

Psalm 56:5

All day long they twist my words. They are always making plans to destroy me.

Psalm 56:7

Because they are so evil, make sure you don’t let them escape. God, bring down the nations in your anger.

Psalm 62:10

Don’t trust in money you have taken from others. Don’t put false hope in things you have stolen. Even if your riches grow, don’t put your trust in them.

Proverbs 10:15

The wealth of rich people is like a city that makes them feel safe. But having nothing destroys those who are poor.

Proverbs 11:28

Those who trust in their riches will fall. But those who do right will be as healthy as a green leaf.

Proverbs 23:5

When you take even a quick look at riches, they are gone. They grow wings and fly away into the sky like an eagle.

Jeremiah 9:23

The Lord says, “Do not let wise people brag about how wise they are. Do not let strong people boast about how strong they are. Do not let rich people brag about how rich they are.

Hosea 12:8

People of Ephraim, you brag, “We are very rich. We’ve become wealthy. And no one can prove we sinned to gain all this wealth.”

Mark 10:24

The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said again, “Children, how hard it is to enter God’s kingdom!

Luke 12:19

I’ll say to myself, “You have plenty of grain stored away for many years. Take life easy. Eat, drink and have a good time.” ’

1 Timothy 6:17

Command people who are rich in this world not to be proud. Tell them not to put their hope in riches. Wealth is so uncertain. Command those who are rich to put their hope in God. He richly provides us with everything to enjoy.