S – Listen closely, pay attention to the words of the wise, and apply your mind to my knowledge. 

¹⁸ For it is pleasing if you keep them within you and if they are constantly on your lips. 

¹⁹ I have instructed you today—even you—so that your confidence may be in the Lord

Proverbs 22:17–19 CSB

O – Commentary:

The exhortations in verse 17 to pay attention (cf. 4:1, 20; 5:1; 7:24), listen (cf. 1:8; 4:1, 10, 20; 5:1, 7; 7:24; 8:32–33), and apply your heart (cf. “applying your heart,” 2:2) are calls to pursue and obey what is presented in the 30 sayings. Reasons for the exhortation are given in verses 18–19: it is pleasing to memorize the sayings (keep them in your heart) and to be able to quote and talk about them (have … them … on your lips) because they encourage people to trust … in the Lord.

“Proverbs,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A – We need to apply the exhortations of the scripture today to God’s Word today.  If we want to grow our trust and faith in him, we need to know his character and love.  The Bible is one of our greatest resources and tools.  

R – Heavenly Father, you are Lord of all and none is greater.  Give us a love for your word.  Help us to pay attention, listen and apply all that is held in scripture as we grow closer to you.  Thank you for giving us your word as a way to know you more.