Commentary on Today's Verse

　　Commentary on Proverbs 21:3

　　(Read Proverbs 21:3)

　　Many deceive themselves with a conceit that outward devotions will excuse unrighteousness.

　　Proverbs 21:3 In-Context

　　1 In the Lord's hand the king's heart is a stream of water that he channels toward all who please him.

　　2 A person may think their own ways are right, but the Lord weighs the heart.

　　3 To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.

　　4 Haughty eyes and a proud heart- the unplowed field of the wicked-produce sin.

　　5 The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.