Psalms 126; Psalms 127; Psalms 128

1 When the LORD changed Zion's circumstances for the better, it was like we had been dreaming.

2 Our mouths were suddenly filled with laughter; our tongues were filled with joyful shouts. It was even said, at that time, among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them!"

3 Yes, the LORD has done great things for us, and we are overjoyed.

4 LORD, change our circumstances for the better, like dry streams in the desert waste!

5 Let those who plant with tears reap the harvest with joyful shouts.

6 Let those who go out, crying and carrying their seed, come home with joyful shouts, carrying bales of grain!

1 Unless it is the LORD who builds the house, the builders' work is pointless. Unless it is the LORD who protects the city, the guard on duty is pointless.

2 It is pointless that you get up early and stay up late, eating the bread of hard labor because God gives sleep to those he loves.

3 No doubt about it: children are a gift from the LORD; the fruit of the womb is a divine reward.

4 The children born when one is young are like arrows in the hand of a warrior.

5 The person who fills a quiver full with them is truly happy! They won't be ashamed when arguing with their enemies in the gate.

1 Everyone who honors the LORD, who walks in God's ways, is truly happy!

2 You will definitely enjoy what you've worked hard for— you'll be happy; and things will go well for you.

3 In your house, your wife will be like a vine full of fruit. All around your table, your children will be like olive trees, freshly planted.

4 That's how it goes for anyone who honors the LORD: they will be blessed!

5 May the LORD bless you from Zion. May you experience Jerusalem's goodness your whole life long.

6 And may you see your grandchildren. Peace be on Israel!