Proverbs 21:21-31
Q.1. What is the reward for those who pursue and practice righteousness and wisdom? – 21:21-23
The reward for the righteous is real life, right standing with God, and honour. He takes God into his calculations. Righteous living keeps a person from strife and trouble.
Q.2. What are the characteristics of the ungodly and what is the outcome of their lives? – 21:24-29
The ungodly are proud and haughty. They scoff at the righteous. They can be sluggards who refuse to work, and then need to live off the rest of society. They are deceptive in their dealings with others. The righteous, by contrast, share their blessings with those in need and are confident about their future. The contrast could not be greater.
Q.3. Why is it futile to leave God out of our plans for success? – 21:30-31
The foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men (1 Cor.1:25). No wisdom, understanding, or counsel can stand against the Lord, since no one can compare with Him in counsel and wisdom (Rom.11:33-36). The history of Israel reveals that victory belongs to God no matter how great the odds. No plans formed against God will succeed.