17. Even though the fig trees have no blossoms,and there are no grapes on the vines;even though the olive crop fails,and the fields lie empty and barren;even though the flocks die in the fields,and the cattle barns are empty,
18. yet I will rejoice in the lord!I will be joyful in the God of my salvation!
19. The Sovereign lord is my strength!He makes me as surefooted as a deer,able to tread upon the heights.(For the choir director: This prayer is to be accompanied by stringed instruments.)