5. Don't forget the evil plansof King Balak of Moabor what Balaam son of Beorsaid to him.Remember how I, the Lord,saved you many timeson your way from Acaciato Gilgal.
6. What offering should I bringwhen I bow down to worshipthe Lord God Most High?Should I try to please himby sacrificingcalves a year old?
7. Will thousands of sheepor rivers of olive oilmake God satisfied with me?Should I sacrifice to the Lordmy firstborn child as paymentfor my terrible sins?
8. The Lord God has told uswhat is rightand what he demands:“See that justice is done,let mercy be your first concern,and humbly obey your God.”