We always kept you in mind and followed your teaching.
Conceited people sneer at me, but I obey your Law.
I have a lot of brutal enemies, but still I never turn from your laws.
Nothing will remain of anyone who has turned away and rejected me.
They were as unfaithful as their ancestors, and they were as crooked as a twisted arrow.
My dear friends, stand firm and don't be shaken. Always keep busy working for the Lord. You know that everything you do for him is worthwhile.
Remember what happened to Lot's wife.
They have sinned in the same way their ancestors did, by turning from me and worshiping other gods. The northern kingdom of Israel broke the agreement I made with your ancestors, and now the southern kingdom of Judah has done the same.
When the Lord punishes the wicked, he will punish everyone else who lives an evil life. Pray for peace in Israel!
and refused to obey him.
Both you and God are witnesses that we were pure and honest and innocent in our dealings with you followers of the Lord.