Proverbs 12:20

The Message

Evil scheming distorts the schemer; peace-planning brings joy to the planner.

Cross References

Proverbs 12:12

What the wicked construct finally falls into ruin, while the roots of the righteous give life, and more life.

Proverbs 12:19

Truth lasts; lies are here today, gone tomorrow.

Proverbs 12:21

No evil can overwhelm a good person, but the wicked have their hands full of it.

Daniel 11:27

“‘The two kings, each with evil designs on the other, will sit at the conference table and trade lies. Nothing will come of the treaty, which is nothing but a tissue of lies anyway. But that’s not the end of it. There’s more to this story.

Matthew 5:9

“You’re blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete or fight. That’s when you discover who you really are, and your place in God’s family.

Hebrews 12:14

Work at getting along with each other and with God. Otherwise you’ll never get so much as a glimpse of God. Make sure no one gets left out of God’s generosity. Keep a sharp eye out for weeds of bitter discontent. A thistle or two gone to seed can ruin a whole garden in no time. Watch out for the Esau syndrome: trading away God’s lifelong gift in order to satisfy a short-term appetite. You well know how Esau later regretted that impulsive act and wanted God’s blessing—but by then it was too late, tears or no tears.