Sirach 11:21-25
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21 Marvel not at the works of sinners; but trust in the Lord, and abide in thy labour: for it is an easy thing in the sight of the Lord on the sudden to make a poor man rich.
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22 The blessing of the Lord is in the reward of the godly, and suddenly he maketh his blessing flourish.
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23 Say not, What profit is there of my service? and what good things shall I have hereafter?
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24 Again, say not, I have enough, and possess many things, and what evil shall I have hereafter?
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25 In the day of prosperity there is a forgetfulness of affliction: and in the day of affliction there is no more remembrance of prosperity.