Forget the former things Stop dwelling in the past I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert. Pouring water on the thirsty land. I will lead the blind by ways they have not to know. I will turn the darkness into light before them, Along paths unknown I will guide them. I formed you in the womb, I have carried you since your birth And even to your old age I will sustain you; I will not forsake you. I took you from the ends of the earth, From the farthest corners I called you. I have chosen you and have not rejected you. I will pour my Spirit on my children; My blessing will be on you. So do not fear, for I am with you!