What does Proverbs 18:19 mean?

Proverbs 18:19 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 18:19 today?

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

A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.

17He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.

18The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.

19A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.

20A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled.

21Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.

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