9-10. God points out their sinand their pride,then he warns themto turn back to him.
11. And if they obey,they will be successfuland happy from then on.
12. But if they foolishly refuse,they will be rewardedwith a violent death.
13. Godless people are too angryto ask God for helpwhen he punishes them.
14. So they die youngin shameful disgrace.
15. Hard times and troubleare God's wayof getting our attention!
16. And at this very moment,God deeply desiresto lead you from troubleand to spread your tablewith your favourite food.
17. Now that the judgmentfor your sinshas fallen upon you,
18. don't let your angerand the pain you enduredmake you sneer at God.
19. Your reputation and richescannot protect youfrom distress,
20. nor can you find safetyin the dark world below.
21. Be on guard! Don't turn to evilas a way of escape.
22. God's power is unlimited.He needs no teachers
23. to guide or correct him.
24. Others have praised Godfor what he has done,so join with them.