"He who stole, steal no more; rather, work, doing something useful with your hands, so that you may have something to share with those in need." This verse echoes the advice in Proverbs 6:6-11 on the importance of hard work.
"Where do wars and conflicts come from among you? Do they not come from the warring passions within you? You covet things and do not have them; they kill and envy, but cannot have what they want." This passage reflects the warning in Proverbs 6:16-19 regarding the things that God hates, including discord.
"You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit of adultery. But I tell you, anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart." Jesus expands the understanding of adultery, referring to the warning against adultery in Proverbs 6:20-35. Romans 12:19 Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but commit your anger to God, for it is written, "Vengeance is mine; I will repay, says the Lord." This verse completes the warning in href="PRO_6_34.html" target="_blank">Proverbs 6:34 concerning the danger of revenge in the context of adultery.
"Therefore let us not sleep, as others do, but let us watch and be sober." Paul echoes the advice in Proverbs 6:4-5 on the importance of watchfulness and attention.