Albert Barnes Commentary Proverbs 11:18

"The wicked earneth deceitful wages; But he that soweth righteousness [hath] a sure reward." — Proverbs 11:18 (ASV)

Deceitful work - Work which deceives and disappoints the worker; in contrast with the “sure reward” of the second clause.

Omit “shall be” and render, but he that soweth righteousness worketh a sure reward.