God’s view of prosperity

“Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great wealth with turmoil” (Prov. 15:16 NIV).

“Whoever loves pleasure will become poor; whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich” (Prov. 21:17).

“A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold” (Prov. 22:1).

“Humility and the fear of the LORD bring wealth and honor and life” (Prov. 22:4).

“The blessing of the LORD brings wealth, and he adds no trouble to it“ (Prov. 10:22).

“Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death” (Prov. 11:4).

“Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf“ (Prov. 11:28).

“He who works his land will have abundant food, but he who chases fantasies lacks judgment“ (Prov. 12:11).

“Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper” (Prov. 13:4 NLT).

“The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty“ (Prov. 21:5).