Proverbs 23:22: "Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old." Proverbs 23:24: "The father of a righteous child has great joy; a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him."
The fear of the Lord leads to life, and whoever has it rests satisfied; he will not be visited by harm. Psalm 145:16 ESV ...
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 tells us, Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ...
no longer as a slave, but better than a slave, as a dear brother. He is very dear to me but even dearer to...