Proverbs 23:24 · KJV

"The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him."

King James Version

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Passage Context

²²Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.

²³Buy the truth, and sell it not; also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding.

²⁴The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.

²⁵Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice.

²⁶My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my ways.

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Devotional Reflection

LoveGratitudeHope

Being good in my heart and life is the best gift I can give my father and my Father.

Prayer

May my actions please You, holy and righteous Father, and honor my father and his name. I am aware that if I make You happy, he will be delighted. As I try to get to know You and serve You in ways that reflect Your character in my life, please aid me. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

LoveGratitudeHope

Being good in my heart and life is the best gift I can give my father and my Father.

Prayer

Holy and righteous Father, I pray that my life will please You and bring honor to my father and his name. I know that if I make You happy, he will be happy. Help me as I try to get to know You and serve You in ways that show who You are. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

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