He said, If you listen carefully to the Lord your God and do what is right in his eyes,

‘Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid;

‘no weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you.

He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!”

Then I will go to the altar of God, to God, my joy and my delight.

For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ.

Because he loves me, says the Lord , I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.

He will not let your foot slip— he who watches over you will not slumber.

‘The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing. ‘