Nehemiah 9:33-35

Easy-to-Read Version

³³ But God, you were right about everything that happened to us.
    You were right, and we were wrong.
³⁴ Our kings, leaders, priests, and fathers did not obey your law.
    They didn’t listen to your commands.
    They ignored your warnings.
³⁵ Our ancestors didn’t serve you even when they were living in their own kingdom.
    They didn’t stop doing evil.
    They enjoyed all the wonderful things you gave them.
They enjoyed the rich land and had plenty of room,
    but they didn’t stop their evil ways.