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for I wait on thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/25.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, For I wait for You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/25.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness protect me, For I wait for You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/25.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, For I wait for You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/25.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, For I wait for Thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/25.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness guard me, For I hope in You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/25.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness protect me, For I wait [expectantly] for You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/25.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />May integrity and what is right watch over me, for I wait for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/25.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />May integrity and what is right watch over me, for I wait for You. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/25.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, For I wait for thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/25.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I obey you with all my heart, and I trust you, knowing that you will save me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/25.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, for I wait on thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/25.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Integrity and honesty will protect me because I wait for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/25.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />May my goodness and honesty preserve me, because I trust in you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/25.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Integrity and justice will preserve me, because I wait on you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/25.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />May integrity and uprightness preserve me, because I wait for You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/25.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />May integrity and godliness protect me, for I rely on you! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/25.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, for I wait for you, LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/25.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; for I wait on thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/25.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, for I wait for you. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/25.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Integrity and uprightness keep me, "" For I have waited [on] You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/25.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Integrity and uprightness do keep me, For I have waited on Thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/25.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Integrity and uprightness shall watch me; for I waited for thee.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/25.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The innocent and the upright have adhered to me: because I have waited on thee. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/25.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 24:21>The innocent and the righteous have adhered to me, because I have remained with you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/25.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; I wait for you, O LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/25.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />May integrity and uprightness preserve me, for I wait for you.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/25.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The innocent and the upright have followed me because I have trusted in thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/25.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The perfect and the upright have joined me because I have waited for you.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/25.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, Because I wait for Thee.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/25.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The harmless and upright joined themselves to me: for I waited for thee, O Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/25-21.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=2659" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/25.htm">To You I Lift Up My Soul</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">20</span>Guard my soul and deliver me; let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in You. <span class="reftext">21</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8537.htm" title="8537: tōm- (N-ms) -- From tamam; completeness; figuratively, prosperity; usually innocence.">May integrity</a> <a href="/hebrew/3476.htm" title="3476: wā·yō·šer (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- Straightness, uprightness. From yashar; the right.">and uprightness</a> <a href="/hebrew/5341.htm" title="5341: yiṣ·ṣə·rū·nî (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp:: 1cs) -- To watch, guard, keep. A primitive root; to guard, in a good sense Or a bad one.">preserve me,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">because</a> <a href="/hebrew/6960.htm" title="6960: qiw·wî·ṯî·ḵā (V-Piel-Perf-1cs:: 2ms) -- To bind together, collect, to expect. A primitive root; to bind together, i.e. Collect; to expect.">I wait for You.</a> </span><span class="reftext">22</span>Redeem Israel, O God, from all its distress.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/2-7.htm">Proverbs 2:7-8</a></span><br />He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity, / to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-37.htm">Psalm 37:37</a></span><br />Consider the blameless and observe the upright, for posterity awaits the man of peace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/26-1.htm">Psalm 26:1</a></span><br />Of David. Vindicate me, O LORD! For I have walked with integrity; I have trusted in the LORD without wavering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/86-11.htm">Psalm 86:11</a></span><br />Teach me Your way, O LORD, that I may walk in Your truth. Give me an undivided heart, that I may fear Your name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/11-3.htm">Proverbs 11:3</a></span><br />The integrity of the upright guides them, but the perversity of the faithless destroys them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-1.htm">Psalm 119:1</a></span><br />Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/101-6.htm">Psalm 101:6</a></span><br />My eyes favor the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me; he who walks in the way of integrity shall minister to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-16.htm">1 Peter 3:16</a></span><br />keeping a clear conscience, so that those who slander you may be put to shame by your good behavior in Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-8.htm">Philippians 4:8</a></span><br />Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-23.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:23</a></span><br />Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your entire spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/1-5.htm">1 Timothy 1:5</a></span><br />The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-17.htm">James 3:17</a></span><br />But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-12.htm">2 Corinthians 1:12</a></span><br />For this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in relation to you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God—not in worldly wisdom, but in the grace of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-3.htm">1 John 3:3</a></span><br />And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as Christ is pure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-8.htm">Matthew 5:8</a></span><br />Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; for I wait on you.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/7-8.htm">Psalm 7:8</a></b></br> The LORD shall judge the people: judge me, O LORD, according to my righteousness, and according to mine integrity <i>that is</i> in me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/18-20.htm">Psalm 18:20-24</a></b></br> The LORD rewarded me according to my righteousness; according to the cleanness of my hands hath he recompensed me… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/26-1.htm">Psalm 26:1,11</a></b></br> <i>A Psalm</i> of David. Judge me, O LORD; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; <i>therefore</i> I shall not slide… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/24-4.htm">Clean</a> <a href="/psalms/25-5.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/15-2.htm">Integrity</a> <a href="/psalms/16-1.htm">Preserve</a> <a href="/psalms/20-1.htm">Protect</a> <a href="/psalms/22-20.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/psalms/25-9.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/psalms/9-8.htm">Uprightness</a> <a href="/psalms/25-5.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/psalms/25-5.htm">Waited</a> <a href="/psalms/25-10.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/26-2.htm">Clean</a> <a href="/psalms/27-13.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/psalms/26-1.htm">Integrity</a> <a href="/psalms/32-7.htm">Preserve</a> <a href="/psalms/32-7.htm">Protect</a> <a href="/psalms/26-12.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/psalms/26-1.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/psalms/26-12.htm">Uprightness</a> <a href="/psalms/27-11.htm">Wait</a> <a href="/psalms/33-20.htm">Waited</a> <a href="/psalms/26-11.htm">Ways</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 25</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-1.htm">David's confidence in prayer</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-7.htm">He prays for remission of sins</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/25-16.htm">and for help in affliction</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/25.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/25.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>May integrity and uprightness preserve me</b><br>Integrity and uprightness are central themes throughout the Bible, often associated with the character of God and the expected conduct of His followers. In the Old Testament, integrity is linked to the Hebrew word "tom," which implies completeness or wholeness. Uprightness, from the Hebrew "yosher," suggests moral rectitude and honesty. These qualities are seen as protective, akin to a shield, as they align the believer with God's will and character. In <a href="/proverbs/11-3.htm">Proverbs 11:3</a>, integrity is described as guiding the upright, while the treacherous are destroyed by their duplicity. The psalmist's plea for preservation through these virtues reflects a deep trust in God's moral order and a desire to live in accordance with His statutes. This aligns with the teachings of Jesus, who emphasized purity of heart and righteousness in the Sermon on the Mount (<a href="/matthew/5-8.htm">Matthew 5:8</a>).<p><b>because I wait for You</b><br>Waiting on the Lord is a recurring theme in the Psalms and throughout Scripture, signifying trust, patience, and hope in God's timing and provision. The Hebrew word "qavah" used here conveys a sense of eager expectation and confident hope. This waiting is not passive but active, involving prayer, obedience, and faithfulness. In <a href="/isaiah/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a>, those who wait on the Lord are promised renewed strength, likened to soaring on wings like eagles. The psalmist's declaration of waiting underscores a reliance on God's faithfulness and timing, contrasting with the impatience and self-reliance often seen in human nature. This anticipates the New Testament call to perseverance and faith, as seen in <a href="/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25</a>, where believers are encouraged to wait patiently for what they do not yet see. The concept of waiting also points to the ultimate hope in Christ's return, where believers are called to remain steadfast and watchful.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/david.htm">David</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of <a href="/bsb/psalms/25.htm">Psalm 25</a>, David is a central figure in the Old Testament, known for his deep relationship with God, his role as the second king of Israel, and his authorship of many psalms.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God</a></b><br>The psalm is a prayer directed to God, emphasizing trust and reliance on His guidance and protection.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of the psalm reflects the broader themes of Israel's reliance on God for guidance and deliverance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/i/integrity_as_a_shield.htm">Integrity as a Shield</a></b><br>Integrity is not just a moral quality but a protective force that preserves us in our walk with God. It acts as a shield against the temptations and trials of life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/uprightness_in_action.htm">Uprightness in Action</a></b><br>Uprightness involves living in accordance with God's standards. It is an active pursuit of righteousness that aligns our actions with our faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_waiting_on_god.htm">The Power of Waiting on God</a></b><br>Waiting on God is an expression of trust and patience. It involves a confident expectation that God will act in His perfect timing.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/preservation_through_faithfulness.htm">Preservation through Faithfulness</a></b><br>Our faithfulness to God, demonstrated through integrity and uprightness, ensures His preservation and guidance in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prayer_in_integrity.htm">The Role of Prayer in Integrity</a></b><br>Prayer is essential in maintaining integrity and uprightness. It keeps us connected to God and aligned with His will.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_25.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 25</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_foods_are_mentioned_in_the_bible.htm">What foods are mentioned in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_david_innocent_in_psalm_17_3.htm">How can David claim innocence in Psalm 17:3 if the Bible elsewhere teaches that all humans are sinful (Romans 3:23)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_god_destroy_both_justly.htm">In Ezekiel 21:3-4, how can God threaten to destroy both the righteous and the wicked without contradicting other texts that portray Him as just?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_justice_seem_delayed.htm">Psalm 75:2 speaks of God's perfect timing in judgment, yet history is filled with prolonged injustices; why does justice appear delayed or absent?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/25.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 21.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Let integrity and uprightness preserve me</span>. Scarcely his own inherent integrity and uprightness, the want of which he has deplored when confessing that his iniquity is great (ver. 11). Rather an integrity and uprightness whereto he hopes to attain, by the grace of God, in days to come - an integrity and uprightness for which he "waits" For I wait on thee. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/25-21.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">May integrity</span><br /><span class="heb">תֹּם־</span> <span class="translit">(tōm-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8537.htm">Strong's 8537: </a> </span><span class="str2">Completeness, integrity, also part of the high priest's breastplate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and uprightness</span><br /><span class="heb">וָיֹ֥שֶׁר</span> <span class="translit">(wā·yō·šer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3476.htm">Strong's 3476: </a> </span><span class="str2">Straightness, uprightness</span><br /><br /><span class="word">preserve me,</span><br /><span class="heb">יִצְּר֑וּנִי</span> <span class="translit">(yiṣ·ṣə·rū·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5341.htm">Strong's 5341: </a> </span><span class="str2">To watch, guard, keep</span><br /><br /><span class="word">because</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּ֝֗י</span> <span class="translit">(kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I wait for You.</span><br /><span class="heb">קִוִּיתִֽיךָ׃</span> <span class="translit">(qiw·wî·ṯî·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6960.htm">Strong's 6960: </a> </span><span class="str2">To bind together, collect, to expect</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/25-21.htm">Psalm 25:21 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/25-21.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 25:21 Let integrity and uprightness preserve me (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/25-20.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 25:20"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 25:20" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/25-22.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 25:22"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 25:22" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>