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But our enemies are no longer satisfied just to see us in slavery. They have made a solemn promise to their idols
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not only to destroy the people who praise you, but to do away with your Law and to remove forever the glory of your house and altar.
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They want the whole world to praise worthless idols and stand in awe of mortal kings forever.
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"Lord, these gods are nothing; do not surrender your power to them or give our enemies the chance to laugh at our downfall. Instead, turn their evil plans against them, and make an example of that man who first planned our destruction.
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"Remember us, O Lord. Come to us in this time of trouble. Give me courage, King of all gods and Ruler over all earthly powers.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.