Proverbs 10:22-23 (ESV)
22 The blessing of the Lord makes rich,
and he adds no sorrow with it.
23 Doing wrong is like a joke to a fool,
but wisdom is pleasure to a man of understanding.
God provides wealth, and though a woman may labor strenuously, if the Lord does not choose to bless financially, her effort is in vain. The riches that come from the Lord aren’t followed by painful consequences, but enjoyed by a heart full of gratitude. The fool is pleased when she engages in wrongful and destructive behavior, and although jokes and pranks can be amusing, the fool crosses the boundary of common decency and will easily break the law for a good laugh. As you journey along the path of wisdom, you will discover that many of the things the world finds entertaining aren’t comical to you, but that doesn’t mean the upright have no sense of humor. Laughter is a gift from God, and we should enjoy it often, but never when it comes at the expense of others or when it brings grief to God. When was the last time you laughed, and at what? What you find humorous may reveal the condition of your heart.