Proverbs 11:28

“He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.”

"He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch." - Proverbs 11:28
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What does Proverbs 11:28 mean?

Proverbs 11:28 from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible states, "He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch." This verse offers a powerful commentary on the folly of placing one's trust in material wealth and the enduring…

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Flourishing Beyond Wealth: A Trust in Righteousness

Proverbs 11:28 states, "He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch." This verse speaks volumes about the transient nature of wealth and the enduring strength found in righteousness. It invites us to reflect deeply on where we place…

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Prayer for Trust and Flourishing in Righteousness

Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of the profound wisdom found in Proverbs 11:28, which says, "He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch." Lord, I thank You for Your Word, which guides my heart and…

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Proverbs 28:4 - "They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them."
Proverbs 10:28 - "The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish."
Proverbs 28:1 - "The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion."
Proverbs 22:28 - "Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set."
Proverbs 20:28 - "Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy."
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Proverbs 19:28 - "An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity."