²⁹ He gives strength^(A) to the weary^(B)
    and increases the power of the weak.

¹⁰ So do not fear,^(A) for I am with you;^(B)
    do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen^(C) you and help^(D) you;
    I will uphold you^(E) with my righteous right hand.^(F)

² When I came, why was there no one?
    When I called, why was there no one to answer?^(A)
Was my arm too short^(B) to deliver you?
    Do I lack the strength^(C) to rescue you?
By a mere rebuke^(D) I dry up the sea,^(E)
    I turn rivers into a desert;^(F)
their fish rot for lack of water
    and die of thirst.