Matthew Henry Commentary Proverbs 3:1-6

"My son, forget not my law; But let thy heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and years of life, And peace, will they add to thee. Let not kindness and truth forsake thee: Bind them about thy neck; Write them upon the tablet of thy heart: So shalt thou find favor and good understanding In the sight of God and man. Trust in Jehovah with all thy heart, And lean not upon thine own understanding: In all thy ways acknowledge him, And he will direct thy paths." — Proverbs 3:1-6 (ASV)

In the way of believing obedience to God's commandments, health and peace may commonly be enjoyed; and though our days may not be long on earth, we shall live forever in heaven. Do not let mercy and truth forsake you; God's mercy in promising, and his truth in performing: live up to them, maintain your interest in them, and take comfort from them.

We must trust in the Lord with all our hearts, believing he is able and wise to do what is best. Those who know themselves find their own understanding to be a broken reed, which, if they lean upon it, will fail. Do not plan anything but what is lawful, and ask God to direct you in every case, even though it may seem quite straightforward.

In all our ways that prove pleasant, in which we gain our point, we must acknowledge God with thankfulness. In all our ways that prove uncomfortable, and that are hedged up with thorns, we must acknowledge him with submission. It is promised, He shall direct thy paths; so that your way will be safe and good, and happy at last.