Proverbs 22:19
That thy trust may be in the Lord, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee.
Cross-references
In Proverbs 3:5, the same call to trust in the Lord is given explicitly, providing a foundational command that supports the purpose of the proverbs.
Proverbs 16:20 directly states blessing for trusting the Lord, reinforcing the same core message as the purpose of these proverbs.
Psalm 62:8 echoes the trust theme, urging constant reliance on God as a refuge, reinforcing the same confidence the proverbs aim to instill.
Isaiah 12:2 declares trust in God as salvation and strength, amplifying the assurance that trust brings, which aligns with the purpose of the proverbs.
Isaiah 26:4 commands trusting in the Lord forever, calling him an everlasting rock, which deepens the foundation for the trust the proverbs teach.
Jeremiah 17:7 pronounces blessing on those who trust in the Lord, directly linking trust to divine favor, which underscores the goal of the proverbs.