7. The grass withers, the flowers fadewhen the breath of the Lord blows on them; indeed, the people are grass.
8. The grass withers, the flowers fade, but the word of our God remains forever.”
9. Zion, herald of good news,go up on a high mountain. Jerusalem, herald of good news, raise your voice loudly.Raise it, do not be afraid!Say to the cities of Judah,“Here is your God! ”
10. See, the Lord God comes with strength,and His power establishes His rule. His reward is with Him, and His gifts accompany Him.
11. He protects His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His armsand carries them in the fold of His garment.He gently leads those that are nursing.