The powerless gods

26As a thief is ashamed when he is found, so the house of Israel has been put to shame—they, their kings, their officials, their priests, and their prophets.

27They say to a tree, “You are my father,” and to a stone, “You gave birth to me.” For they have turned their back to me and not their face; but in the time of their trouble they say, “Rise up and save us!”

28But where are your gods that you made for yourself? Let them arise, if they can save you in the time of your trouble. For your gods, Judah, are as many as your cities.

29Why do you contend with me? All of you have rebelled against me, declares Yahweh.

30In vain I struck your sons; they accepted no correction. Your sword devoured your prophets like a destroying lion.