12. A fool cannot become wiseany more than a wild donkey can be born tame.
13. “You must give your whole heart to himand hold out your hands to him for help.
14. Put away the sin that is in your hand;let no evil remain in your tent.
15. Then you can lift up your face without shame,and you can stand strong without fear.
16. You will forget your troubleand remember it only as water gone by.
17. Your life will be as bright as the noonday sun,and darkness will seem like morning.
18. You will feel safe because there is hope;you will look around and rest in safety.
19. You will lie down, and no one will scare you.Many people will want favors from you.