3. I myself have commanded those peoplewhom I have separated as mine.I have called those warriors to carry out my anger.They rejoice and are glad to do my will.
4. Listen to the loud noise in the mountains,the sound of many people.Listen to the noise among the kingdoms,the sound of nations gathering together.The Lord All-Powerful is callinghis army together for battle.
5. This army is coming from a faraway land,from the edge of the horizon.In anger the Lord is using this army like a weaponto destroy the whole country.
6. Cry, because the Lord’s day of judging is near;the Almighty is sending destruction.
7. People will be weak with fear,and their courage will melt away.
8. Everyone will be afraid.Pain and hurt will grab them;they will hurt like a woman giving birth to a baby.They will look at each other in fear,with their faces red like fire.