Proverbs 3:1–10

¹My son, do not forget my teaching,

but let your heart keep my commandments;

²for they will add length to your days,

years and peace to your life.

³Never let loving devotion^a or faithfulness leave you;

bind them around your neck,

write them on the tablet of your heart.

⁴Then you will find favor and high regard

in the sight of God and man.

⁵Trust in the LORD with all your heart,

and lean not on your own understanding;

⁶in all your ways acknowledge Him,

and He will make your paths straight.

⁷Be not wise in your own eyes;

fear the LORD and turn away from evil.

⁸This will bring healing to your body^b

and refreshment^c to your bones.

⁹Honor the LORD with your wealth

and with the firstfruits of all your crops;

¹⁰then your barns will be filled with plenty,

and your vats will overflow with new wine.