Judith 8:15-17

Good News Translation

     ¹⁵ If he decides not to come to our aid within five days, he still may rescue us at any time he chooses. Or he may let our enemies destroy us. ¹⁶ But you must not lay down conditions for the Lord our God! Do you think that he is like one of us? Do you think you can bargain with him or force him to make a decision? ¹⁷ No! Instead, we should ask God for his help and wait patiently for him to rescue us. If he wants to, he will answer our cry for help.