Proverbs 16:20-24 - Heartlight

²⁰Whoever heeds instruction will find success,

and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.

²¹The wise in heart are called discerning,

and pleasant speech promotes instruction.

²²Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor,

but the discipline of fools is folly.

²³The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth

and adds persuasiveness to his lips.

²⁴Pleasant words are a honeycomb,

sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.

— Proverbs 16:20-24

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