11. The Lord said:I will certainly set you free and care for you. I will certainly intercede for youin a time of trouble,in your time of distress, with the enemy.
12. Can anyone smash iron,iron from the north, or bronze?
13. I will give up your wealthand your treasures as plunder,without cost, for all your sinsin all your borders.
14. Then I will make you serve your enemies in a land you do not know,for My anger will kindle a firethat will burn against you.
15. You know, Lord;remember me and take note of me. Avenge me against my persecutors. In Your patience, don’t take me away.Know that I suffer disgrace for Your honor.
16. Your words were found, and I ate them. Your words became a delight to meand the joy of my heart,for I am called by Your name, Yahweh God of Hosts.
17. I never sat with the band of revelers,and I did not celebrate with them.Because Your hand was on me, I sat alone, for You filled me with indignation.