16 The poor are filled with hope,and injustice is silenced.
17 Consider yourself fortunateif God All-Powerfulchooses to correct you.
18 He may cause injury and pain,but he will bandage and healyour cuts and bruises.
19 God will protect you from harm,no matter how oftentrouble may strike.
20 In times of war and famine,God will keep you safe.
21 You will be sheltered,without fear of hurtful wordsor any other weapon.
22 You will laugh at the threatof destruction and famine.And you won't be afraidof wild animals—