31 God became angry and killedthe strongest and bestfrom the families of Israel.
32 But the rest kept on sinningand would not trustGod's miracles.
33 So he cut their lives shortand made them terrified.
34 After he killed some of them,the others turned to himwith all their hearts.
35 They remembered God Most High,the mighty rockthat kept them safe.
36 But they tried to flatter God,and they told him lies;
37 they were unfaithfuland broke their promises.