Ben Sira 39:16

16 "All the works of the Lord are very good, and whatever he commands will be done at the appointed time.

Ben Sira 39:16 In-Context

14 Send out fragrance like incense, and put forth blossoms like a lily. Scatter the fragrance, and sing a hymn of praise; bless the Lord for all his works.

15 Ascribe majesty to his name and give thanks to him with praise, with songs on your lips, and with harps; this is what you shall say in thanksgiving:

16 "All the works of the Lord are very good, and whatever he commands will be done at the appointed time.

17 No one can say, "What is this?' or "Why is that?'— for at the appointed time all such questions will be answered. At his word the waters stood in a heap, and the reservoirs of water at the word of his mouth.

18 When he commands, his every purpose is fulfilled, and none can limit his saving power.