Jeremiah 31:2-4

Easy-to-Read Version

² This is what the Lord says:
“The people who escaped the enemy’s sword will find comfort in the desert.
    Israel will go there looking for rest.”
³ From far away, the Lord
    will appear to his people.

The Lord says, “I love you people with a love that continues forever.
    That is why I have continued showing you kindness.
⁴ Israel, my bride, I will rebuild you.
    You will be a country again.
You will pick up your tambourines again.
    You will dance with all the other people who are having fun.