Isaiah 61:4-9

New International Reader's Version

⁴ They will rebuild the places that were destroyed long ago.
    They will repair the buildings that have been broken down for many years.
They will make the destroyed cities like new again.
    They have been broken down for a very long time.
⁵ Outsiders will serve you by taking care of your flocks.
    People from other lands will work in your fields and vineyards.
⁶ You will be called priests of the Lord.
    You will be named workers for our God.
You will enjoy the wealth of nations.
    You will brag about getting their riches.

⁷ Instead of being put to shame
    you will receive a double share of wealth.
Instead of being dishonored
    you will be glad to be in your land.
You will receive a double share of riches there.
    And you’ll be filled with joy that will last forever.

⁸ The Lord says, “I love those who do what is right.
    I hate it when people steal and do other sinful things.
So I will be faithful to my people.
    And I will bless them.
I will make a covenant with them
    that will last forever.
⁹ Their children after them will be famous among the nations.
    Their families will be praised by people everywhere.
All those who see them will agree
    that I have blessed them.”