Proverbs 3 : 1 (NET)
My child, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments,
Proverbs 3 : 2 (NET)
for they will provide a long and full life, and they will add well-being to you.
Proverbs 3 : 3 (NET)
Do not let truth and mercy leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.
Proverbs 3 : 4 (NET)
Then you will find favor and good understanding, in the sight of God and people.
Proverbs 3 : 5 (NET)
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding.
Proverbs 3 : 6 (NET)
Acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3 : 7 (NET)
Do not be wise in your own estimation; fear the LORD and turn away from evil.
Proverbs 3 : 8 (NET)
This will bring healing to your body, and refreshment to your inner self.
Proverbs 3 : 9 (NET)
Honor the LORD from your wealth and from the first fruits of all your crops;
Proverbs 3 : 10 (NET)
then your barns will be filled completely, and your vats will overflow with new wine.
Proverbs 3 : 11 (NET)
My child, do not despise discipline from the LORD, and do not loathe his rebuke.
Proverbs 3 : 12 (NET)
For the LORD disciplines those he loves, just as a father disciplines the son in whom he delights.
Proverbs 3 : 13 (NET)
Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who obtains understanding.
Proverbs 3 : 14 (NET)
For her benefit is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than gold.
Proverbs 3 : 15 (NET)
She is more precious than rubies, and none of the things you desire can compare with her.
Proverbs 3 : 16 (NET)
Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.
Proverbs 3 : 17 (NET)
Her ways are very pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.
Proverbs 3 : 18 (NET)
She is like a tree of life to those who obtain her, and everyone who grasps hold of her will be blessed.
Proverbs 3 : 19 (NET)
By wisdom the LORD laid the foundation of the earth; he established the heavens by understanding.
Proverbs 3 : 20 (NET)
By his knowledge the primordial sea was broken open, and the clouds drip down dew.
Proverbs 3 : 21 (NET)
My child, do not let them escape from your sight; safeguard sound wisdom and discretion.
Proverbs 3 : 22 (NET)
So they will give life to you, and grace to adorn your neck.
Proverbs 3 : 23 (NET)
Then you will walk on your way with security, and you will not stumble.
Proverbs 3 : 24 (NET)
When you lie down you will not be filled with fear; when you lie down your sleep will be pleasant.
Proverbs 3 : 25 (NET)
You will not be afraid of sudden disaster, or when destruction overtakes the wicked;
Proverbs 3 : 26 (NET)
for the LORD will be the source of your confidence, and he will guard your foot from being caught in a trap.
Proverbs 3 : 27 (NET)
Do not withhold good from those who need it, when you have the ability to help.
Proverbs 3 : 28 (NET)
Do not say to your neighbor, "Go! Return tomorrow and I will give it," when you have it with you at the time.
Proverbs 3 : 29 (NET)
Do not plot evil against your neighbor when he dwells by you unsuspectingly.
Proverbs 3 : 30 (NET)
Do not accuse anyone without legitimate cause, if he has not treated you wrongly.
Proverbs 3 : 31 (NET)
Do not envy a violent man, and do not choose to imitate any of his ways;
Proverbs 3 : 32 (NET)
for one who goes astray is an abomination to the LORD, but he reveals his intimate counsel to the upright.
Proverbs 3 : 33 (NET)
The LORD's curse is on the household of the wicked, but he blesses the home of the righteous.
Proverbs 3 : 34 (NET)
Although he is scornful to arrogant scoffers, yet he shows favor to the humble.
Proverbs 3 : 35 (NET)
The wise inherit honor, but he holds fools up to public contempt.
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