What Proverbs 19:21 Means

Proverbs 19:21

“There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.”Proverbs 19:21 (KJV)

What Proverbs 19:21 means

There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand. We make many plans, and God is not threatened by any of them; in the end his purpose is the one that endures. This is a comfort more than a limit, because it means our best plans rest inside a wiser one.

Proverbs 19:21 in different translations

King James Version (KJV)There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.
World English Bible (WEB)There are many plans in a man’s heart, but Yahweh’s counsel will prevail.
American Standard Version (ASV)There are many devices in a man`s heart; But the counsel of Jehovah, that shall stand.

Proverbs 19:21 in context

20Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end. 21There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand. 22The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar.

A prayer

Father, thank You for Proverbs 19:21. Let this word be more than ink to me; write it on my heart, and help me to believe it and live it today. In Jesus' name, amen.

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