13. But the earth will become a desert because of the wickedness of those who live on it.
14. Be a shepherd to your people, Lord, the people you have chosen. Although they live apart in the wilderness, there is fertile land around them. Let them go and feed in the rich pastures of Bashan and Gilead, as they did long ago.
15. Work miracles for us, Lord, as you did in the days when you brought us out of Egypt.
16. The nations will see this and be frustrated in spite of all their strength. In dismay they will close their mouths and cover their ears.