Ben Sira 2:3

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

Ben Sira 2:3 In-Context

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.