Proverbs 4:18-26

18But the path of righteous people is like the light of dawn that becomes brighter and brighter until it reaches midday.

19The way of wicked people is like deep darkness. They do not know what makes them stumble.

20My son, pay attention to my words. Open your ears to what I say.

21Do not lose sight of these things. Keep them deep within your heart

22because they are life to those who find them and they heal the whole body.

23Guard your heart more than anything else, because the source of your life flows from it.

24Remove dishonesty from your mouth. Put deceptive speech far away from your lips.

25Let your eyes look straight ahead and your sight be focused in front of you.

26Carefully walk a straight path, and all your ways will be secure.