3 They say to the people, ‘Is it not a good time to build houses? This city is like an iron pot. We are safe inside it like meat in a pot.’
4 Therefore, son of man, prophesy against them loudly and clearly.”
5 Then the Spirit of the lord came upon me, and he told me to say, “This is what the lord says to the people of Israel: I know what you are saying, for I know every thought that comes into your minds.
6 You have murdered many in this city and filled its streets with the dead.
7 “Therefore, this is what the Sovereign lord says: This city is an iron pot all right, but the pieces of meat are the victims of your injustice. As for you, I will soon drag you from this pot.
8 I will bring on you the sword of war you so greatly fear, says the Sovereign lord.
9 I will drive you out of Jerusalem and hand you over to foreigners, who will carry out my judgments against you.