Ben Sira 2:1-8

1 My child, if you are going to serve the Lord, be prepared for times when you will be put to the test.

2 Be sincere and determined. Keep calm when trouble comes.

3 Stay with the Lord; never abandon him, and you will be prosperous at the end of your days.

4 Accept whatever happens to you. Even if you suffer humiliation, be patient.

5 Gold is tested by fire, and human character is tested in the furnace of humiliation. ¹

6 Trust the Lord, and he will help you. Walk straight in his ways, and put your hope in him.

7 All you that fear the Lord, wait for him to show you his mercy. Do not turn away from him, or you will fall.

8 All you that fear the Lord, trust him, and you will certainly be rewarded.

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