Proverbs 29:20-26 The Message (MSG)

20. Observe the people who always talk before they think—even simpletons are better off than they are.

21. If you let people treat you like a doormat,you’ll be quite forgotten in the end.

22. Angry people stir up a lot of discord;the intemperate stir up trouble.

23. Pride lands you flat on your face;humility prepares you for honors.

24. Befriend an outlawand become an enemy to yourself.When the victims cry out,you’ll be included in their cursesif you’re a coward to their cause in court.

25. The fear of human opinion disables;trusting in God protects you from that.

26. Everyone tries to get help from the leader,but only God will give us justice.

Proverbs 29