Proverbs 1:4

God's Word

to give insight to gullible people, to give knowledge and foresight to the young—

Cross References

Psalm 116:6

The Lord protects defenseless people. When I was weak, he saved me.

Psalm 119:130

Your word is a doorway that lets in light, and it helps gullible people understand.

Psalm 119:9

How can a young person keep his life pure? ⌞He can do it⌟ by holding on to your word.

Psalm 19:7

The teachings of the Lord are perfect. They renew the soul. The testimony of the Lord is dependable. It makes gullible people wise.

Psalm 34:11

Come, children, listen to me. I will teach you the fear of the Lord.

Proverbs 3:21

My son, do not lose sight of these things. Use priceless wisdom and foresight.

Proverbs 8:12

“I, Wisdom, live with insight, and I acquire knowledge and foresight.

Proverbs 8:17

I love those who love me. Those eagerly looking for me will find me.

Proverbs 8:32

“Now, sons, listen to me. Blessed are those who follow my ways.

Proverbs 8:5

You gullible people, learn how to be sensible. You fools, get a heart that has understanding.

Ecclesiastes 11:9

You young people should enjoy yourselves while you’re young. You should let your hearts make you happy when you’re young. Follow wherever your heart leads you and whatever your eyes see. But realize that God will make you give an account for all these things when he judges everyone.

Isaiah 35:8

A highway will be there, a roadway. It will be called the Holy Road. Sinners won’t travel on it. It will be for those who walk on it. Godless fools won’t wander ⌞onto it⌟.

Deuteronomy 4:6

Faithfully obey these laws. This will show the people of the world your wisdom and insight. When they hear about all these laws, they will say, “What wise and insightful people there are in this great nation!”

2 Timothy 2:22

Stay away from lusts which tempt young people. Pursue what has God’s approval. Pursue faith, love, and peace together with those who worship the Lord with a pure heart.

Titus 2:6

Encourage young men to use good judgment.