Jeremiah 15:10-13 New Century Version (NCV)

10. Mother, I am sorry that you gave birth to mesince I must accuse and criticize the whole land.I have not loaned or borrowed anything,but everyone curses me.

11. The Lord said,“I have saved you for a good reason.I have made your enemies beg youin times of disaster and trouble.

12. No one can smash a piece of iron or bronzethat comes from the north.

13. Your wealth and treasuresI will give to others free of charge,because the people of Judah have sinnedthroughout the country.

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