As married people this should be our prayer:
“Father, give me understanding. Help me to understand my husband/wife, that they can never be perfect. Help me not to try to force him/her into a mold that is impossible to live up to. In the name of Jesus, I pray, Amen. ”
1 My son, if you will receive my words
And treasure my commandments within you,
2 So that your ear is attentive to [skillful and godly] wisdom,
And apply your heart to understanding [seeking it conscientiously and striving for it eagerly];
3 Yes, if you cry out for insight,
And lift up your voice for understanding;
4 If you seek skillful and godly wisdom as you would silver
And search for her as you would hidden treasures;
5 Then you will understand the [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome]
And discover the knowledge of God.
6 For the Lord gives [skillful and godly] wisdom;
From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.
7 He stores away sound wisdom for the righteous [those who are in right standing with Him];
He is a shield to those who walk in integrity [those of honorable character and moral courage],
8 He guards the paths of justice;
And He preserves the way of His saints (believers).
9 Then you will understand righteousness and justice [in every circumstance]
And integrity and every good path.
10 For [skillful and godly] wisdom will enter your heart
And knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.
11 Discretion will watch over you,
Understanding and discernment will guard you,
“The beginning of wisdom is: Get [skillful and godly] wisdom [it is preeminent]!
And with all your acquiring, get understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation].
“The beginning of wisdom is: Get [skillful and godly] wisdom [it is preeminent]!
And with all your acquiring, get understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation].