Proverbs 4:1-4

1Hear, O children, the instruction of a father, And pay attention [and be willing to learn] so that you may gain understanding and intelligent discernment.

2For I give you good doctrine; Do not turn away from my instruction.

3When I was a son with my father (David), Tender and the only son in the sight of my mother (Bathsheba),

4He taught me and said to me, “Let your heart hold fast my words; Keep my commandments and live.