15. The God of Israel, who saves his people,is a God who conceals himself.
16. Those who make idols will all be ashamed;all of them will be disgraced.
17. But Israel is saved by the Lord,and her victory lasts for ever;her people will never be disgraced.’ ”
18. The Lord created the heavens —he is the one who is God!He formed and made the earth —he made it firm and lasting.He did not make it a desolate waste,but a place for people to live in.It is he who says, “I am the Lord,and there is no other god.
19. I have not spoken in secretor kept my purpose hidden.I did not require the people of Israelto look for me in a desolate waste.I am the Lord, and I speak the truth;I make known what is right.”