8 They charge straight ahead,without pushing each other;even arrows and spearscannot make them retreat.
9 They swarm over city wallsand enter our homes;they crawl in through windows,just like thieves.
10 They make the earth trembleand the heavens shake;the sun and moon turn dark,and stars stop shining.
11 The Lord God leads this armyof countless troops,and they obey his commands.The day of his judgmentis so terriblethat no one can stand it.
12 The Lord said:It isn't too late.You can still return to mewith all your heart.Start crying and mourning!Go without eating.
13 Don't rip your clothesto show your sorrow.Instead, turn back to mewith broken hearts.I am merciful, kind, and caring.I don't easily lose my temper,and I don't like to punish.
14 I am the Lord your God.Perhaps I will change my mindand treat you with mercy.Then you will be blessedwith enough grain and winefor offering sacrifices to me.