1-15-07 Proverbs 3:13, 14

Proverbs 3: 13, 14 (KJ21)
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom and the man that getteth understanding; for the merchandising of it is better than the merchandising of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.

Proverbs 3: 13, 14 (NAS)
How blessed is the man who finds wisdom, And the man who gains understanding. For its profit is better than the profit of silver, And its gain than fine gold.

Proverbs 3: 13, 14 (NIVUS)
Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gains understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold.

Proverbs 3: 13, 14 (NLT)
Happy is the person who finds wisdom and gains understanding. For the profit of wisdom is better than silver, and her wages are better than gold.

According to the Constitution, United States' citizens have the right to pursue happiness. Living the American Dream is one way that some people develop this pursuit. Others choose immoral or illegal ways to make them happy. However, these methods often are less than satisfying and those who use them are left wanting more and more to fill this need.

You have found the true way to happiness. You have been blessed in acquiring and securing wisdom, which gives you skill and shrewdness to live prudently. As you administer your life ethically, you will advance and make progress. You will always walk a straight path. With the wisdom that you obtain, you also develop understanding, making you more perceptive and discerning. This causes your pursuit of happiness to succeed.

Wisdom and understanding will bring you gain and profit, for you will know how to trade and to merchandise your business in the best ways. Having all of the silver and gold that you need will not guarantee your success, but using wisdom and understanding is better and more valuable in attaining the prosperity and welfare that you seek. You will find that the income and revenue that you long for will be yours, since you diligently make sharp decisions.