2. The Lord also brings chargesagainst the people of Judah,the descendants of Jacob.He will punish themfor what they have done.
3. Even before Jacob was born,he cheated his brother,and when he grew up,he fought against God.
4. At Bethel, Jacob wrestledwith an angel and won;then with tears in his eyes,he asked for a blessing,and God spoke to us there.
5. God's name is the Lord,the Lord God All-Powerful.
6. So return to your God.Patiently trust him,and show love and justice.
7. Israel, you enjoy cheatingand taking advantageof others.
8. You say to yourself, “I'm rich!I earned it all on my own,without committing a sin.”