17. The righteous call to the Lord, and he listens;he rescues them from all their troubles.
18. The Lord is near to those who are discouraged;he saves those who have lost all hope.
19. Good people suffer many troubles,but the Lord saves them from them all;
20. the Lord preserves them completely;not one of their bones is broken.
21. Evil will kill the wicked;those who hate the righteous will be punished.
22. The Lord will save his people;those who go to him for protection will be spared.