To neglect discipline – the root cause of the floundering lives of many in America today (3/1/26) – Pro 13:18:
Pro 13:18,20,25 reveal the very observable cause & resulting life condition of millions in the world today, & in America specifically.
Pro 13:18,20,25:
Pro 13:18: Poverty and shame will come to him who neglects discipline, but he who regards reproof will be honored.
Pro 13:20: He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.
Pro 13:25: The righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite, but the stomach of the wicked is in need.