16. But the Lord is against those who do evil, so they are forgotten soon after they die.
17. Pray to the Lord, and he will hear you. He will save you from all your troubles.
18. The Lord is close to those who have suffered disappointment. He saves those who are discouraged.
19. Good people might have many problems, but the Lord will take them all away.
20. He will protect them completely. Not one of their bones will be broken.
21. But troubles will kill the wicked. The enemies of those who live right will all be punished.