Jeremiah 4:11-18

11The time is coming when the Lord will say to the people of Jerusalem, “My dear people, a burning wind is blowing in from the desert, and it’s not a gentle breeze useful for winnowing grain.

12It is a roaring blast sent by me! Now I will pronounce your destruction!”

13Our enemy rushes down on us like storm clouds! His chariots are like whirlwinds. His horses are swifter than eagles. How terrible it will be, for we are doomed!

14O Jerusalem, cleanse your heart that you may be saved. How long will you harbor your evil thoughts?

15Your destruction has been announced from Dan and the hill country of Ephraim.

16“Warn the surrounding nations and announce this to Jerusalem: The enemy is coming from a distant land, raising a battle cry against the towns of Judah.

17They surround Jerusalem like watchmen around a field, for my people have rebelled against me,” says the Lord.

18“Your own actions have brought this upon you. This punishment is bitter, piercing you to the heart!”