Sirach 2:7

7 You who fear the Lord, wait for his mercy, and don't turn aside or else you might fall.

Sirach 2:7 In-Context

5 because gold is tested with fire, and acceptable people are tested in the furnace of humiliation.

6 Trust him, and he will help you; make your ways straight, and hope in him.

7 You who fear the Lord, wait for his mercy, and don't turn aside or else you might fall.

8 You who fear the Lord, trust him, and you won't lose your reward.

9 You who fear the Lord, hope for good things, for unending joy and mercy.