13. They were in trouble, so they called to the Lord for help, and he saved them from their troubles.
14. He took them out of their dark prisons. He broke the ropes that held them.
15. Thank the Lord for his faithful love and for the amazing things he does for people.
16. He breaks down their bronze gates. He shatters their iron bars.
17. Some people became fools and turned against God, and they suffered for the evil they did.