Proverbs 28:14

If you respect God, then God will help you. And you will become wise (Proverbs 1:7).

But some people refuse to obey God’s message. They do not invite God into their lives. They continue their evil deeds. They do not want God to help them. The Book of Proverbs calls these people ‘fools’. God will be their judge. And he will punish them for their evil deeds.

v15 A wicked man may rule over weak people.

He is like a cruel lion or an angry bear.

v16 A cruel ruler lacks wisdom.

But a ruler who refuses bribes (secret gifts) or unfair profits will have a long life.

v17 A murderer must always run away from people.

Nobody should assist him.