1 People of Israel,I have chosen youas my servant.
2 I am your Creator.You were in my careeven before you were born.Israel, don't be terrified!You are my chosen servant,my very favorite.
3 I will bless the thirsty landby sending streams of water;I will bless your descendantsby giving them my Spirit.
4 They will spring up like grassor like willow treesnear flowing streams.
5 They will worship meand become my people.They will write my nameon the back of their hands.
6 I am the Lord All-Powerful,the first and the last,the one and only God.Israel, I have rescued you!I am your King.