Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
Bible References
Commended
Luke 12:42
"Who, then," replied the Master, "is that trustworthy steward, the careful man, who will be placed by his master over his establishment, to give them their rations at the proper time?
Luke 16:8
His master complimented this dishonest steward on the shrewdness of his action. And indeed men of the world are shrewder in dealing with their fellow-men than those who have the Light.
1 Corinthians 3:10
In fulfillment of the charge which God had entrusted to me, I laid the foundation like a skillful master-builder; but another man is now building upon it. Let every one take care how he builds;
1 Corinthians 4:5
Therefore do not pass judgment before the time, but wait till the Lord comes. He will throw light upon what is now dark and obscure, and will reveal the motives in men's minds; and then every one will receive due praise from God.
2 Corinthians 10:18
For it is not the man who commends himself that stands the test, but the man who is commended by the Lord.
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Matthew 27:4
"I did wrong in betraying a good man to his death," he said. "What has that to do with us?" they replied. "You must see to that yourself."
Acts 12:23
Instantly an angel of the Lord struck him, because he did not give God the glory; and he was attacked with worms, and died.