Proverbs 4:10

The Passion Translation

My son, if you will take the time to stop and listen to me and embrace what I say, you will live a long and happy life full of understanding in every way.

Cross References

1 Thessalonians 2:13

This is why we continually thank God for your lives, because you received our message wholeheartedly. You embraced it not as the fabrication of men but as the word of God. And the word continues to be an energizing force in you who believe.

Jeremiah 9:20

Women, listen to the word of Yahweh and take to heart the word he speaks. Teach your daughters to mourn; teach your neighbor a funeral song.

Proverbs 3:16

Wisdom extends to you long life in one hand and wealth and promotion in the other. Out of her mouth flows righteousness, and her words release both law and mercy.

1 Timothy 1:15

I can testify that the Word is true and deserves to be received by all, for Jesus Christ came into the world to bring sinners back to life—even me, the worst sinner of all!

Proverbs 8:10

My wise correction is more valuable than silver or gold. The finest gold is nothing compared to the revelation-knowledge I can impart.”

Proverbs 19:20

Listen well to wise counsel and be willing to learn from correction so that by the end of your life you’ll be known for your wisdom.

Proverbs 2:1

My child, will you treasure my wisdom? Then, and only then, will you acquire it. And only if you accept my advice and hide it within will you succeed.