Berean Standard Bible
Proverbs 19:22
“The desire of a man is loving devotion; better to be poor than a liar.”
In context
20Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days.
21Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail.
22The desire of a man is loving devotion; better to be poor than a liar.
23The fear of the LORD leads to life, that one may rest content, without visitation from harm.
24The slacker buries his hand in the dish; he will not even bring it back to his mouth.
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