17. “I will walk with them in disguise,and at first I will test them with trials.Fear and dread I will bring upon themand I will discipline them with my constraints.When their hearts are fully with me,
18. then I will set them again on the straight pathand reveal my secrets to them.
19. But if they turn away from me, I will abandon themand deliver them over to robbers.”
20. My son, watch for the right time; fear what is evil;do not bring shame upon yourself.