16 We can make our own plans,
    but the Lord gives the right answer.

² People may be pure in their own eyes,
    but the Lord examines their motives.

³ Commit your actions to the Lord,
    and your plans will succeed.

⁹ We can make our plans,
    but the Lord determines our steps.

²⁰ Those who listen to instruction will prosper;
    those who trust the Lord will be joyful.

²⁵ There is a path before each person that seems right,
    but it ends in death.