Psalm 51:3-4, 12-13, 18-19
Chapter 51
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Mercy, O God, for Your Goodness
Have mercy on me, O God, in your love. In your great compassion blot out my sin.4
Wash me thoroughly of my guilt; cleanse me of evil.
12
Create in me, O God, a pure heart; give me a new and steadfast spirit.
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Do not cast me out of your presence nor take your holy spirit from me.
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You take no pleasure in sacrifice; were I to give a burnt offering, you would not delight in it.
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O God, my sacrifice is a broken spirit; a contrite heart, you will not despise.