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Basic to all the necessities of human life are water, fire, iron, salt, fine flour, milk, honey, wine, oil, and clothing.
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For the godly, all these things are for good, but for sinners, they will turn into evil.
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There are winds that have been created for vengeance, and they whip with strength in their wrath. At the moment of consummation, they will pour out their strength, and they will calm the wrath of their maker.
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Fire, hail, famine, and death— all have been created for vengeance—
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the teeth of wild beasts, scorpions, vipers, and a sword punishing the ungodly with destruction.
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These things gladly do what he commands. They will be ready for his service on the earth, and they won't violate his word when their time comes.
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Because of this, I've been steadfast from the beginning: I've thought things out and left them in writing.
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All the works of the Lord are good, and he will supply every need in its time.
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It's not for us to say, "This is worse than that," since everything will prove its worth at the proper moment.
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And now, sing hymns with all your heart and voice, and bless the Lord's name.