Psalms 1:1

Book 1
(Psalms 1-41)

Psalm 1

1:1 How blessed is the one who does not follow the advice of the wicked,

or stand in the pathway with sinners,

or sit in the assembly of scoffers!

Psalms 26:4-5

26:4 I do not associate with deceitful men,

or consort with those who are dishonest.

26:5 I hate the mob of evil men,

and do not associate with the wicked.

Psalms 26:2

26:2 Examine me, O Lord, and test me!

Evaluate my inner thoughts and motives!

Colossians 1:17

1:17 He himself is before all things and all things are held together in him.