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!