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At that time I will make a covenant with all the wild animals and birds, so that they will not harm my people. I will also remove all weapons of war from the land, all swords and bows, and will let my people live in peace and safety.
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Israel, I will make you my wife; I will be true and faithful; I will show you constant love and mercy and make you mine forever.
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I will keep my promise and make you mine, and you will acknowledge me as Lord.
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At that time I will answer the prayers of my people Israel. I will make rain fall on the earth, and the earth will produce grain and grapes and olives.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.