17. Like snakes crawling from their holes,they will come out to meet the lord our God.They will fear him greatly,trembling in terror at his presence.
18. Where is another God like you,who pardons the guilt of the remnant,overlooking the sins of his special people?You will not stay angry with your people forever,because you delight in showing unfailing love.
19. Once again you will have compassion on us.You will trample our sins under your feetand throw them into the depths of the ocean!
20. You will show us your faithfulness and unfailing loveas you promised to our ancestors Abraham and Jacob long ago.