1 If God does not build up our house, in vain the builders' hands; if God does not protect the town, in vain the watchman stands. 2 In vain we rise at early dawn or night's late vigil keep in worry for our daily bread: God loves, and grants us sleep. 3 Our sons and daughters are a gift, a blessing from the Lord; like arrows from a warrior's bow they bring a rich reward. 4 How blessed are they in God their Lord whose children bless that name, who stand assured before the world and are not put to shame! 5 To God who made us, God who saves, and God, who is our friend, one God, be glory, blessing, praise for love that has no end.