“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the

“For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him. He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress;

“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desire of those who

“fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will

“Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord, O my soul! I will praise the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praises to my

“Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way;