Proverbs 18:1

The Passion Translation

An unfriendly person isolates himself and seems to care only about his own issues. For his contempt of sound judgment makes him a recluse.

Cross References

Proverbs 20:3

A person of honor will put an argument to rest. Only the stupid want to pick a fight.

Jeremiah 15:17

I haven’t joined the crowd at their merry celebrations just to have a good time. I’ve kept to myself because your strong hand upon my life sets me apart. And your anger over what they have done fills me.

Proverbs 24:21

My child, stand in awe of Yahweh! Give counsel to others, but don’t mingle with those who are rebellious.

Jude 1:19

These people cause divisions and are followers of their own natural instincts, devoid of the life of the Spirit.

Mark 1:35

The next morning, Jesus got up long before daylight, left the house while it was dark, and made his way to a secluded place to give himself to prayer.

Proverbs 14:10

Don’t expect anyone else to fully understand both the bitterness and the joys of all you experience in your life.

Matthew 13:44

“Heaven’s kingdom realm can be illustrated like this: “A person discovered that there was hidden treasure in a field. Upon finding it, he hid it again. Because of uncovering such treasure, he was overjoyed and sold all that he possessed to buy the entire field just so he could have the treasure.

Proverbs 26:17

It’s better to grab a stray dog by its ears than to meddle in a quarrel that’s none of your business.

Proverbs 20:19

A blabbermouth will reveal your secrets, so stay away from people who can’t keep their mouths shut.

Proverbs 17:14

Don’t be one who is quick to quarrel, for an argument is hard to stop, and you never know how it will end, so don’t even start down that road!

Romans 1:1

Paul, a loving and loyal servant of the Anointed One, Jesus. He called me to be his apostle and set me apart with a mission to reveal God’s wonderful gospel.

Mark 4:11

He said to them, “The privilege of intimately knowing the mystery of God’s kingdom realm has been granted to you, but not to the others, where everything is revealed in parables.

Matthew 13:11

He explained, “You’ve been given the intimate experience of insight into the hidden mysteries of the realm of heaven’s kingdom, but they have not.

2 Corinthians 6:17

For this reason, “Come out from among them and be separate,” says the Lord. “Touch nothing that is unclean, and I will embrace you.

Proverbs 3:21

My child, never drift off course from these two goals for your life: to walk in wisdom and to discover your purpose. Don’t ever forget how they empower you.

Proverbs 8:14

“You will find true success when you find me, for I have insight into wise plans that are designed just for you. I hold in my hands living-understanding, courage, and strength.