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15 But God teaches people through suffering
    and uses distress to open their eyes.

16 God brought you out of trouble,
    and let you enjoy security;
    your table was piled high with food.
17 But now you are being punished as you deserve.

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15 But those who suffer(A) he delivers in their suffering;(B)
    he speaks(C) to them in their affliction.(D)

16 “He is wooing(E) you from the jaws of distress
    to a spacious place(F) free from restriction,(G)
    to the comfort of your table(H) laden with choice food.(I)
17 But now you are laden with the judgment due the wicked;(J)
    judgment and justice have taken hold of you.(K)

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