Proverbs
Chapters 23:18-24
New International Version Anglicized
18There is surely a future hope for you,and your hope will not be cut off.Saying 16
19Listen, my son, and be wise,and set your heart on the right path:
20do not join those who drink too much wineor gorge themselves on meat,
21for drunkards and gluttons become poor,and drowsiness clothes them in rags.Saying 17
22Listen to your father, who gave you life,and do not despise your mother when she is old.
23Buy the truth and do not sell it –wisdom, instruction and insight as well.
24The father of a righteous child has great joy;a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.