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11 The Lord shouts out orders to his army.
His forces are very large.
The troops that carry out his commands are mighty.
The day of the Lord is extremely terrifying.
Who can endure it?

The Lord Invites the People to Return to Him

12 “But even now,” declares the Lord,
“return to me with all your heart—
with fasting, crying, and mourning.”

13 Tear your hearts, not your clothes.
Return to the Lord your God.
He is merciful and compassionate,
patient, and always ready to forgive
and to change his plans about disaster.

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