21 They are the people I made for myself,and they will sing my praises!”
22 The Lord says,“But you were tired of me, Israel;you did not worship me.
23 You did not bring me your burnt offerings of sheep;you did not honor me with your sacrifices.I did not burden you by demanding offeringsor wear you out by asking for incense.
24 You didn't buy incense for meor satisfy me with the fat of your animals.Instead you burdened me with your sins;you wore me out with the wrongs you have committed.
25 And yet, I am the God who forgives your sins,and I do this because of who I am.I will not hold your sins against you.
26 “Let us go to court; bring your accusation!Present your case to prove you are in the right!
27 Your earliest ancestor sinned;your leaders sinned against me,