Proverbs 16:15

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In the light of a king’s face there is life, and his favor is like a cloud bringing spring rain.

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  • Job 29:23-24 : 23 They waited for me as for rain, and they opened their mouths wide for the spring rain. 24 When I smiled at them, they could hardly believe it; and the light of my face brought them no discouragement.
  • Ps 72:6 : 6 He will come down like rain upon cut grass, like showers that water the earth.
  • Prov 19:12 : 12 A king’s rage is like the roar of a lion, but his favor is like dew on the grass.
  • Hos 6:3 : 3 Let us acknowledge the LORD; let us press on to know Him. His coming is as certain as the dawn, and He will come to us like the rain, like the spring rain that waters the earth.
  • Zech 10:1 : 1 Ask the LORD for rain in the spring season. It is the LORD who makes lightning flashes and provides abundant rain for everyone, giving vegetation in the fields.
  • Acts 2:28 : 28 You have made known to me the paths of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence.
  • Ps 4:6 : 6 Offer right sacrifices and trust in the LORD.
  • Ps 21:6 : 6 Great is his glory in Your salvation; splendor and majesty You bestow upon him.
  • Ps 30:5 : 5 Sing praises to the LORD, you His faithful ones, and give thanks to His holy name.

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    28Loyalty and faithfulness preserve a king, and his throne is upheld by steadfast love.

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