12. But if they do not listen,they will die by the sword.And they will die without knowing better.
13. “People who have wicked hearts hold on to anger.Even when God ties them down with trouble, they do not cry for help.
14. They die while they are still young.They die among the male prostitutes at the places of worship.
15. But God will save suffering people by their suffering.He gets them to listen through their pain.
16. “God is gently calling you from the jaws of trouble.He is calling you to an open place of freedom.There he has set your table full of the best food.
17. But now you are given the punishment evil people should have.Now you are being punished.
18. Be careful! Don’t be led away from God by riches.Don’t let a promise of much money turn you away.
19. Neither your wealth nor all your great strengthwill keep you out of trouble.