[:en]SCRIPTURE: PROVERBS 13
“He who guards his lips guards his life, but he who speaks rashly will come to ruin” (Proverbs 13:3)
“The sluggard craves and gets nothing, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied” (Proverbs 13:4)
“Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is found in those who take advice” (Proverbs 13:10)
“Dishonest money dwindles away, but he who gathers money little by little makes it grow” (Proverbs 13:11)
“He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm” (Proverbs 13:20)
“Misfortune pursues the sinner, but prosperity is the reward of the righteous” (Proverbs 13:21)
“He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him” (Proverbs 13:24)
PRACTICAL COUNSEL ON HOW TO BE WISE
- Obey father’s instruction and listen to rebuke (v. 1)
- Pursue righteousness and be a man of integrity (v. 2)
- Take advices willingly (v. 10)
- Heeds correction (v. 18)
- Walk with the wise (v. 20)
- Discipline your children (v. 24)
COUNSEL CONCERNING WEALTH
- Be diligent (v. 4)
- Do not pursue dishonest money (v. 11)
- True riches is not measured by the money you have (v. 7)
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