Proverbs 2:1-6

1My son, if you will receive my words And treasure my commandments within you,

2So that your ear is attentive to [skillful and godly] wisdom, And apply your heart to understanding [seeking it conscientiously and striving for it eagerly];

3Yes, if you cry out for insight, And lift up your voice for understanding;

4If you seek skillful and godly wisdom as you would silver And search for her as you would hidden treasures;

5Then you will understand the [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] And discover the knowledge of God.

6For the Lord gives [skillful and godly] wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.