21 And (A)do not turn aside after (B)empty things that cannot profit or deliver, for they are empty. 22 (C)For the Lord will not forsake his people, (D)for his great name's sake, because (E)it has pleased the Lord to make you a people for himself. 23 Moreover, as for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the Lord by ceasing (F)to pray for you, (G)and I will instruct you in the good and the right way.

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