Penitential Psalm

O Lord, in anger don’t rebuke, In wrath, don’t chide or turn from me. Have mercy, Lord, for I am faint, My very bones in agony.

Blessed is the man whose sin is covered over by the Lord; whose transgressions are forgiven, whose guilt God does not record.

Lord, don't rebuke me in Your wrath, in anger don't chide me; Your arrows pierce me and Your hand is heavy upon me.

From Your unfailing love, O God, have mercy upon me; blot out transgressions, cleanse from sin, purge my iniquity.

O hear my prayer, Lord, let my cry for help and mercy come to You; when I am faint and in distress, don't hide Your face – keep me in view.

Out of the depths I cry to You, O Lord, now hear my voice! Let Your ears be attentive to my cry for mercy voiced.

O Lord God do hear my prayer, give ear to my cry to You; may Your faithfulness and care come to my relief like dew.