I speak words of wisdom, and my thoughts make sense.
Let my words and my thoughts be pleasing to you, Lord, because you are my mighty rock and my protector.
Good people bring good things out of their hearts, but evil people bring evil things out of their hearts.
Here are some sayings of people with wisdom, so listen carefully as I teach.
My thoughts are filled with beautiful words for the king, and I will use my voice as a writer would use pen and ink.
Words of wisdom come when good people speak for justice.
Understanding your word brings light to the minds of ordinary people.
Otherwise, listen in silence to my wisdom.
is true and sincere,
Israel, I will teach you. My words will be like gentle rain on tender young plants, or like dew on the grass.
I hope my thoughts will please you, because you are the one who makes me glad.
The Lord has chosen everyone who is faithful to be his very own, and he answers my prayers.