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Proverbs 23:13-19 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

13. Don't hesitate to discipline children. A good spanking won't kill them.

14. As a matter of fact, it may save their lives.

15. Son, if you become wise, I will be very happy.

16. I will be proud when I hear you speaking words of wisdom.

17. Don't be envious of sinful people; let reverence for the Lord be the concern of your life.

18. If it is, you have a bright future.

19. Listen, my child, be wise and give serious thought to the way you live.

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