What does Proverbs 14:23 mean?

Proverbs 14:23 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 14:23 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.

21He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.

22Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.

23In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.

24The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly.

25A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.

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