Ezekiel 20:42-46 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

42. " ' " 'I will bring you into the land of Israel. Then you will know that I am the Lord. Long ago I raised my hand and took an oath. I promised to give that land to your people.

43. There you will remember your conduct. You will think about everything you did that polluted you. And you will hate yourselves because of all of the evil things you have done.

44. " ' " 'People of Israel, I will deal with you for the honor of my name. I will not deal with you based on your evil conduct and sinful practices. Then you will know that I am the Lord,' announces the Lord and King." ' "

45. A message came to me from the Lord. He said,

46. "Son of man, turn your attention to Judah in the south. Preach against it. Prophesy against its forests.

Ezekiel 20