Wisdom of Ben Sira 15:14-16

New Catholic Bible

¹⁴ In the beginning, when God created man,
    he left him free to make his own decisions.
¹⁵ If you choose, you can keep the commandments,
    and to act faithfully is within your power.
¹⁶ He has set before you fire and water;
    stretch out your hand for whichever you choose.