5. Everyone in the world will know that I am the lord. My sword is in my hand, and it will not return to its sheath until its work is finished.’
6. “Son of man, groan before the people! Groan before them with bitter anguish and a broken heart.
7. When they ask why you are groaning, tell them, ‘I groan because of the terrifying news I have heard. When it comes true, the boldest heart will melt with fear; all strength will disappear. Every spirit will faint; strong knees will become as weak as water. And the Sovereign lord says: It is coming! It’s on its way!’”
8. Then the lord said to me,
9. “Son of man, give the people this message from the Lord:“A sword, a swordis being sharpened and polished.