Psalm 52:8-9
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8 But I am like a green olive tree
in the house of God.
I trust in the steadfast love of God
forever and ever.(A)
9 I will thank you forever
because of what you have done.
In the presence of the faithful
I will proclaim[a] your name, for it is good.(B)
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- 52.9 Cn: Heb wait for
Exodus 31:12-13
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The Sabbath Law
12 The Lord said to Moses, 13 “You yourself are to speak to the Israelites, ‘You shall surely keep my Sabbaths, for this is a sign between me and you throughout your generations, given in order that you may know that I, the Lord, sanctify you.(A)
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Colossians 4:5-6
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5 Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time.[a](A) 6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer everyone.(B)
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- 4.5 Or opportunity
Matthew 5:1-10
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The Beatitudes
5 When Jesus[a] saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he sat down, his disciples came to him.(A) 2 And he began to speak and taught them, saying:
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.(B)
4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.(C)
5 “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.(D)
7 “Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.
8 “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.(E)
9 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.(F)
10 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.(G)
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- 5.1 Gk he
Psalm 44:1
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Psalm 44
National Lament and Prayer for Help
To the leader. Of the Korahites. A Maskil.
1 We have heard with our ears, O God;
our ancestors have told us
what deeds you performed in their days,
in the days of old:(A)
Psalm 44:4-5
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4 You are my King and my God;
you command[a] victories for Jacob.
5 Through you we push down our foes;
through your name we tread down our assailants.(A)
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- 44.4 Gk Syr: Heb You are my King, O God; command
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