28. God lets the cry of poor people reach him.He hears the cry of the needy.
29. But if God keeps quiet, who can blame him?If he hides his face, no one can see him.But God still rules over both men and nations.
30. He still keeps wicked men from ruling.And he keeps them from trapping others.
31. “But suppose such a man says to God,‘I am guilty, but I will not sin anymore.
32. Teach me what I cannot see.If I have done wrong, I will not do it again.’
33. So, Job, should God reward you the way you wantwhen you will not change your heart and life?You must decide, not I.So tell me what you know.
34. “Men who understand speak.And wise men who hear me say,
35. ‘Job speaks without knowing what is true.His words show he does not understand.’