[1] The LORD God Most Powerful has spoken. He calls to everyone on earth, from where the sun rises to where it sets. [2] God appeared from Zion, the city of perfect beauty. [3] Our God is coming and will not keep quiet. Fire burns in front of him. There is a great storm around him. [4] He tells the sky and the earth to be witnesses as he judges his people. [5] He says, "My followers, gather around me. Come, my worshipers, who made an agreement with me." [6] God is the judge, and the skies tell how fair he is. Selah [7] God says, "My people, listen to me! People of Israel, I will show my evidence against you. I am God, your God. [8] The problem I have with you is not your sacrifices or the burnt offerings you bring to me everyday. [9] Why would I want more bulls from your barns or goats from your pens? [10] I already own all the animals in the forest. I own all the animals on a thousand hills. [11] I know every bird in the mountains. Everything that moves in the fields is mine. [12] If I were hungry, I would not ask you for food. I already own the world and everything in it. [13] I don't eat the meat of bulls or drink the blood of goats." [14] You made promises to God Most High, so give him what you promised. Bring your sacrifices and thank offerings. [15] God says, "Call me when trouble comes. I will help you, and you will honor me." [16] But God says to the wicked, "Stop quoting my laws! Stop talking about my agreement! [17] You hate for me to tell you what to do. You ignore what I say. [18] You see a thief and run to join him. You jump into bed with those who commit adultery. [19] You say evil things and tell lies. [20] You sit around talking about people, finding fault with your own brothers. [21] When you did these things, I said nothing. So you thought that I was just like you. But I will not be quiet any longer. I will correct you and make clear what I have against you. [22] You people who have forgotten God, understand what I am telling you, or I will tear you apart, and no one will be able to save you! [23] Whoever gives a thank offering shows me honor. And whoever decides to live right will see my power to save."
