Responsorial Psalm: 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time (B) - The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.

Response:

The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.

Verse 1
The law of the Lord is perfect,
refreshing the soul;
the decree of the Lord is trustworthy,
giving wisdom to the simple. (R)

Verse 2
The fear of the Lord is pure,
enduring forever;
the ordinances of the Lord are true,
all of them just. (R)

Verse 3
Though your servant is careful of them,
very diligent in keeping them,
Yet who can detect failings? (R)

Verse 4
From wanton sin especially, restrain your servant;
let it not rule over me.
Then shall I be blameless and innocent
of serious sin. (R)