The renewing grace of God alone prepares the heart for every good work. This teaches us that we are not sufficient of ourselves to think or speak any thing wise and good.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:1-3
Commentary on Proverbs 16:1
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The renewing grace of God alone prepares the heart for every good work. This teaches us that we are not sufficient of ourselves to think or speak any thing wise and good.
Commentary on Proverbs 16:2
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Ignorance, pride, and self-flattery render us partial judges respecting our own conduct.
Commentary on Proverbs 16:3
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Roll the burden of thy care upon God, and leave it with him, by faith and dependence on him.