²⁷ The greedy bring ruin to their households,
    but the one who hates bribes will live.

²⁸ The heart of the righteous weighs its answers,
    but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.

²⁹ The Lord is far from the wicked,
    but he hears the prayer of the righteous.

³⁰ Light in a messenger’s eyes brings joy to the heart,
    and good news gives health to the bones.

³¹ Whoever heeds life-giving correction
    will be at home among the wise.

Dear Lord, I want to heed your Word. I want to learn from your Word. I want to be wise. I want to weigh my speaking so that I speak in a right way. May you hear my prayers. I want you close to me, Lord. I want to be close to you. I want to walk with you every day of my life. Help me to have a teachable heart and mind. When I get life-giving correction from you, Lord, it creates peace, life, and joy. Thank you for hearing me and for your wisdom. In Jesus’ Name I Pray, Amen.