3 He goes after them so quicklythat his feetbarely touch the ground—he doesn't even get hurt.
4 Who makes these things happen?Who controls human events?I do! I am the Lord.I was there at the beginning;I will be there at the end.
5 Islands and foreign nationssaw what I did and trembledas they came near.
6 Worshippers of idolscomfort each other,saying, “Don't worry!”
7 Woodcarvers, goldsmiths,and other workersencourage one another and say,“We've done a great job!”Then they nail the idol down,so it won't fall over.
8 Israel, you are my servant.I chose you, the familyof my friend Abraham.
9 From far across the earthI brought you here and said,“You are my chosen servant.I haven't forgotten you.”