Proverbs 18:18

The Message

You may have to draw straws when faced with a tough decision.

Cross References

Nehemiah 11:1

The leaders of the people were already living in Jerusalem, so the rest of the people drew lots to get one out of ten to move to Jerusalem, the holy city, while the other nine remained in their towns. The people applauded those who voluntarily offered to live in Jerusalem.

Proverbs 16:33

Make your motions and cast your votes, but God has the final say.

Proverbs 18:17

The first speech in a court case is always convincing— until the cross-examination starts!

Proverbs 18:19

Do a favor and win a friend forever; nothing can untie that bond.

1 Samuel 14:41

Then Saul prayed to God, “O God of Israel, why haven’t you answered me today? Show me the truth. If the sin is in me or Jonathan, then, O God, give the sign Urim. But if the sin is in the army of Israel, give the sign Thummim.” The Urim sign turned up and pointed to Saul and Jonathan. That cleared the army.

1 Samuel 14:42

Next Saul said, “Cast the lots between me and Jonathan—and death to the one God points to!” The soldiers protested, “No—this is not right. Stop this!” But Saul pushed on anyway. They cast the lots, Urim and Thummim, and the lot fell to Jonathan.