Proverbs 12:3

The Passion Translation

You can’t expect success by doing what’s wrong. But the lives of his lovers are deeply rooted and firmly planted.

Cross References

Psalm 15:5

They never crush others with exploitation and they would never be bought with a bribe against the innocent. Those who do these things will never be shaken; they will stand firm forever.

Proverbs 10:25

The wicked are blown away by every stormy wind. But when a catastrophe comes, the lovers of God have a secure anchor.

Proverbs 11:5

Those with good character walk on a smooth path, with no detour or deviation. But the wicked keep falling because of their own wickedness.

Proverbs 12:12

The cravings of the wicked are only for what is evil, but righteousness is the core motivation for the lovers of God, and it keeps them content and flourishing.

Ephesians 3:17

Then, by constantly using your faith, the life of Christ will be released deep inside you, and the resting place of his love will become the very source and root of your life.

Colossians 2:7

Your spiritual roots go deeply into his life as you are continually infused with strength, encouraged in every way. For you are established in the faith you have absorbed and enriched by your devotion to him!