8. but then that nation turns from its evil, I will not do what I said I would.
9. On the other hand, if I say that I am going to plant or build up any nation or kingdom,
10. but then that nation disobeys me and does evil, I will not do what I said I would.
11. Now then, tell the people of Judah and of Jerusalem that I am making plans against them and getting ready to punish them. Tell them to stop living sinful lives — to change their ways and the things they are doing.
12. They will answer, ‘No, why should we? We will all be just as stubborn and evil as we want to be.’ ”
13. The Lord says,“Ask every nation if such a thinghas ever happened before.The people of Israel have done a terrible thing!
14. Are Lebanon's rocky heights ever without snow?Do its cool mountain streams ever run dry?