BLESSED ARE THE WISE
[Verse 1]
LEAD: Blessed is the man who trusts not the wicked,
CHOIR: (The fear of the Lord is the beginning of all wisdom)
LEAD: Blessed is the man who does not walk with the ungodly,
CHOIR: (The fear of the Lord is the beginning of all wisdom)
LEAD: Blessed is the man who does not sit with mockers
CHOIR: (The fear of the Lord is the beginning of all wisdom)

[Chorus]
The righteous and wise are like trees planted by streams of water,
yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither,
Their roots are healthy and strong, they have no fear for tomorrow
They prosper in all they do, their trust is in the Lord of lords

[Verse 2]
LEAD: Blessed is the man who's delight is in the Law of the Lord,
CHOIR: (The fear of the Lord is the beginning of all wisdom)
LEAD: Blessed is the man who meditates on His law day and night.
CHOIR: (The fear of the Lord is the beginning of all wisdom)
LEAD: Blessed is the man who is righteous before the Lord
CHOIR: (The Lord Himself will guard his path in life)

[Chorus]
The righteous and wise are like trees planted by streams of water,
yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither,
Their roots are healthy and strong, they have no fear for tomorrow
They prosper in all they do, their trust is in the Lord of lords

[Bridge]
Lead: When trials come, we will stand firm,
CHOIR: (The Lord is our strength and our shield)
Lead: In the darkest night, we will not fear,
CHOIR: (The Lord is our light and salvation)
Lead: With hearts of faith, we walk the path,
CHOIR: (The Lord guides our steps each day)
Lead: His promises are sure, His love endures,
CHOIR: (The Lord is faithful forevermore)

[Chorus]
The righteous and wise are like trees planted by streams of water,
yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither,
Their roots are healthy and strong, they have no fear for tomorrow
They prosper in all they do, their trust is in the Lord of lords

[Outro]
LEAD: Holy worship, lift our voices high,
CHOIR: (He is worthy, oh, we glorify!)
LEAD: Holy worship, every heart will sigh,
CHOIR: (He is worthy, oh, we glorify!)
LEAD: Holy worship, lift our voices high,
CHOIR: (He is worthy, oh, we glorify!)
LEAD: Holy worship, every heart will sigh,
CHOIR: (He is worthy, oh, we glorify!)