Isaiah 58:8-10

Contemporary English Version

⁸ Then your light will shine
like the dawning sun, and you
    will quickly be healed.
Your honesty^[a] will protect you
    as you advance,
and the glory of the Lord
    will defend you from behind.
⁹ When you beg the Lord for help,
    he will answer, “Here I am!”

Don't mistreat others
or falsely accuse them
    or say something cruel.
¹⁰ Give your food to the hungry
    and care for the homeless.
Then your light will shine
    in the dark;
your darkest hour will be
    like the noonday sun.