Proverbs 3:21-35

My son, don’t ever let wisdom out of your sight. Hold on to wisdom and careful planning. They will bring you a long life filled with honor. As you go through life, you will always be safe and never fall. When you lie down, you will not be afraid. When you rest, your sleep will be peaceful. You have no reason to fear a sudden disaster or the destruction that comes to the wicked. You can trust the LORD to protect you. He will not let you fall into harm. Do everything you possibly can for those who need help. If your neighbor needs something you have, don’t say, “Come back tomorrow.” Give it to him immediately. Don’t make plans to harm your neighbor, who lives near you and trusts you. Don’t take people to court without good reason, especially when they have done nothing to harm you. Don’t envy those who are violent. Never choose to be like them. Such crooked people are disgusting to the LORD. But he is a friend to those who are good and honest. The LORD curses a wicked family, but he blesses the homes of those who live right. He will humiliate those who make fun of others, but he is kind to those who are humble. The way the wise live will bring them honor, but the way fools live will bring them shame.