20. Examine your conscience before the Lord judges you; then when that time comes, he will forgive you.
21. Humble yourself before you are punished with sickness. When you have sinned, show repentance.
22. If you make a promise to the Lord, keep it as soon as you can. Don't wait until you are about to die to set things straight.
23. But before you make such a promise, be prepared to keep it. Don't try to test the Lord's patience.