Knowing

Proverbs 4:4-11

New Century Version (NCV)

 ⁴ my father taught me and said,
       "Hold on to my words with all your heart.
       Keep my commands and you will live.
 ⁵ Get wisdom and understanding.
       Don't forget or ignore my words.
 ⁶ Hold on to wisdom, and it will take care of you.
       Love it, and it will keep you safe.
 ⁷ Wisdom is the most important thing; so get wisdom.
       If it costs everything you have, get understanding.
 ⁸ Treasure wisdom, and it will make you great;
       hold on to it, and it will bring you honor.
 ⁹ It will be like flowers in your hair
       and like a beautiful crown on your head."

 ¹⁰ My child, listen and accept what I say.
       Then you will have a long life.
 ¹¹ I am guiding you in the way of wisdom,
       and I am leading you on the right path.

James 3:17

New Century Version (NCV)

¹⁷ But the wisdom that comes from God is first of all pure, then peaceful, gentle, and easy to please. This wisdom is always ready to help those who are troubled and to do good for others. It is always fair and honest.