1. The Sovereign Lord has filled me with his Spirit.He has chosen me and sent meTo bring good news to the poor,To heal the broken-hearted,To announce release to captivesAnd freedom to those in prison.
2. He has sent me to proclaimThat the time has comeWhen the Lord will save his peopleAnd defeat their enemies.He has sent me to comfort all who mourn,
3. To give to those who mourn in ZionJoy and gladness instead of grief,A song of praise instead of sorrow.They will be like treesThat the Lord himself has planted.They will all do what is right,And God will be praised for what he has done.
4. They will rebuild cities that have long been in ruins.