12 Others are sluggish and need support,lacking strengthand immersed in poverty.The Lord has looked upon themwith kindness,and has restored themfrom their low position.
13 He has raised up their heads,and many have been amazed at them.
14 Good things and bad, life and death,poverty and wealth come from the Lord.
17 The Lord’s gift remains with the godly,and his favor will always bring success.
18 Some become rich from diligenceand greed,and this is part of their reward:
19 When they say, "I’ve found rest,and now I’ll eat of my good things,"they don’t know when the timewill comewhen they will leave these thingsto others and die.
20 Stand by your agreement,devote attention to accomplishing it,and grow old in your work.