Proverbs 13:12-14

New Century Version

¹² It is sad not to get what you hoped for.
    But wishes that come true are like eating fruit from the tree of life.

¹³ Those who reject what they are taught will pay for it,
    but those who obey what they are told will be rewarded.

¹⁴ The teaching of a wise person gives life.
    It is like a fountain that can save people from death.