40. But the Lord will take revengeon those who conquer you,and he will make them wanderacross desert sands.
41. When you are sufferingand in need,he will come to your rescue,and your families will growas fast as a herd of sheep.
42. You will see this becauseyou obey the Lord,but everyone who is wickedwill be silenced.
43. Be wise! Remember thisand think about the kindnessof the Lord.