Jeremiah 12:1-3

Evangelical Heritage Version

12 Lord, you are righteous whenever I bring a case before you.
Nevertheless, I want to speak with you about justice.
Why does the way of the wicked prosper?
Why do the treacherous live at ease?
² You plant them, and they take root.
They grow, and they produce fruit.
You are always on their lips,
but far from their hearts.
³ But you know me, Lord.
You see me and test the attitude of my heart toward you.
Drag them away like sheep for the slaughter,
and set them apart for the day when they will be put to death.