Proverbs 16:9

King James Version

A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Proverbs 16:9KJV

Proverbs 16:9 in context

7When a man’s ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

8Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right.

9A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

10A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.

11A just weight and balance are the LORD’s: all the weights of the bag are his work.

What does 'a man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps' mean?

Scripture for decisions and crossroads — verses on the God who directs our paths and lights the way.

Scripture for the crossroads — asking for wisdom, committing your way, and trusting the direction.

Wisdom for daily life — short, practical sayings on how to live well in the fear of God.

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