⁹ Moses reported this to the Israelites, but they did not listen to him because of their discouragement and harsh labor.^(A)

⁸ The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you;^(A) he will never leave you nor forsake you.^(B) Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”

¹³ I ask you, therefore, not to be discouraged because of my sufferings for you, which are your glory.

²¹ Fathers,^[a] do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged.