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Proverbs 21:21

This is one of Proverbs' great positive promises. The person who actively pursues righteousness (right living before God) and mercy (covenant kindness to others) receives life, righteousness, and honour. These are not just earthly rewards — they are the very things pursued become the reward.

Memory phrase: Follow right. Find life.

Talk about it: What do you think it means to follow righteousness and mercy?

Prayer: God, help me follow what is right and kind.

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