36. where he settles the hungry.They even build a city and live there!
37. They plant fields and vineyardsand obtain a fruitful harvest.
38. God blesses them, and they become many.God won’t even let their cattle diminish.
39. But when they do diminish—when they’re brought down by oppression, trouble, and grief—
40. God pours contempt on their leaders,making them wander aimlessly in the wastelands.
41. But God raises the needy from their suffering;he makes their families as numerous as sheep!
42. Those who do right see it and celebrate,but every wicked person shuts their mouth.
43. Whoever is wise will pay attention to these things,carefully considering the Lord’s faithful love.