Respect and obey the LORD! This is the beginning of knowledge. Only a fool rejects wisdom and good advice.
God told us, "Wisdom means that you respect me, the Lord, and turn from sin."
Respect and obey the LORD! This is the first step to wisdom and good sense. God will always be respected.
"How much longer will you enjoy being stupid fools? Won't you ever stop sneering and laughing at knowledge?
You hurt only yourself by rejecting instruction, but it makes good sense to accept it.
Showing respect to the LORD will make you wise, and being humble will bring honor to you.
Don't be a fool and disobey your parents. Be smart! Accept correction.
Fools have no desire to learn; they would much rather give their own opinion.
Then you will understand what it means to respect and to know the LORD God.
Don't talk to fools-- they will just make fun.
Respect and obey the LORD! This is the beginning of wisdom. To have understanding, you must know the Holy God.
Everything you were taught can be put into a few words: Respect and obey God! This is what life is all about.
Since these people refused even to think about God, he let their useless minds rule over them. That's why they do all sorts of indecent things.
(SEE 4:5)