Jeremiah 31:2-4

New Living Translation

“Those who survive the coming destruction
    will find blessings even in the barren land,
    for I will give rest to the people of Israel.”

³ Long ago the Lord said to Israel:
“I have loved you, my people, with an everlasting love.
    With unfailing love I have drawn you to myself.
⁴ I will rebuild you, my virgin Israel.
    You will again be happy
    and dance merrily with your tambourines.