19. Have You completely rejected Judah?Do You detest Zion?Why do You strike uswith no hope of healing for us?We hoped for peace,but there was nothing good;for a time of healing,but there was only terror.
20. We acknowledge our wickedness, Lord,the guilt of our fathers; indeed, we have sinned against You.
21. Because of Your name, don’t despise us.Don’t disdain Your glorious throne. Remember Your covenant with us;do not break it.
22. Can any of the worthless idols of the nations bring rain?Or can the skies alone give showers?Are You not the Lord our God?We therefore put our hope in You, for You have done all these things.