Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
11 For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
12 If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself: but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it.
This verse is familiar and the fear it talks about here is a healthy fear and means if we reverence God it is the beginning of wisdom and with that comes the knowledge and an understanding of who God is. Next it says our days shall be multiplied not necessarily in this life but if we follow God’s leadership and live for Him we will have unlimited days in eternity with Him. Last it says that it is our own responsibility to seek wisdom and if we reject it then it is our own loss. We have heard it said before that each of us is responsible for our own salvation so the choices we make reflects how we live.