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I, Ezra, was on Mount Sinai when the Lord ordered me to go to the people of Israel. But when I went to them, they rejected me and refused to listen to what the Lord commanded.
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That is why I am speaking to you Gentiles. You are ready to listen and understand: "Wait for your shepherd who is coming very soon, at the end of the age, to give you eternal rest.
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Be ready to receive the blessings of the kingdom, for eternal light will shine on you forever.
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Flee from the darkness of this present age and accept the joyful splendor prepared for you. I testify publicly for my savior.
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The Lord has appointed him, so accept him and be happy. Give thanks to God, who has called you into his heavenly kingdom.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.