Proverbs 2:3

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Beg as loud as you can for good common sense.

Cross References

1 Chronicles 22:12

May he give you wisdom and knowledge, so that you can rule Israel according to his Law.

Psalm 119:125

I serve you, so let me understand your teachings.

Psalm 119:169

Please, LORD, hear my prayer and give me the understanding that comes from your word.

Psalm 119:34

Help me to understand your Law; I promise to obey it with all my heart.

Psalm 119:73

You created me and put me together. Make me wise enough to learn what you have commanded.

Proverbs 2:2

Keep in tune with wisdom and think what it means to have common sense.

Proverbs 2:4

Search for wisdom as you would search for silver or hidden treasure.

Proverbs 3:6

Always let him lead you, and he will clear the road for you to follow.

Proverbs 4:1

My child, listen closely to my teachings and learn common sense.

Proverbs 8:17

I love everyone who loves me, and I will be found by all who honestly search.

Luke 11:13

As bad as you are, you still know how to give good gifts to your children. But your heavenly Father is even more ready to give the Holy Spirit to anyone who asks.

James 1:5

If any of you need wisdom, you should ask God, and it will be given to you. God is generous and won't correct you for asking.