Sirach 18:14-16

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

¹⁴ He has compassion on those who accept his discipline
    and who are eager for his precepts.

¹⁵ My child, do not mix reproach with your good deeds,
    or spoil your gift by harsh words.
¹⁶ Does not the dew give relief from the scorching heat?
    So a word is better than a gift.