And now, my children, listen to me, and be attentive to the words of my mouth.
And now, my child, listen to me, and do not depart from the words of my mouth.
Listen, children, to a father’s instruction, and be attentive, that you may gain insight,
My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous,
My little children, for whom I am again in the pain of childbirth until Christ is formed in you,
Which of you desires life and covets many days to enjoy good?
A wise child loves discipline, but a scoffer does not listen to rebuke.