Confidence in God Leads to Prosperity
1 My son, do not forget my teaching, take to heart my commands;
2 For many days, and years of life, and peace, will they bring you,
3 Do not let love and fidelity forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart.
4 Then will you win favor and esteem before God and human beings.
5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, on your own intelligence do not rely;
6 In all your ways be mindful of him, and he will make straight your paths.
7 Do not be wise in your own eyes, fear the LORD and turn away from evil;
8 This will mean health for your flesh and vigor for your bones.
9 Honor the LORDwith your wealth, with first fruits of all your produce;
10 Then will your barns be filled with plenty, with new wine your vats will overflow.
11 The discipline of the LORD, my son, do not spurn; do not disdain his reproof;
12 For whom the LORD loves he reproves, as a father, the son he favors.