Psalm 51:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 17
Chapter 51
3
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.
5
For I acknowledge my wrongdoings and have my sins ever in mind.
6
Against you alone, have I sinned; what is evil in your sight, I have done.You are right when you pass sentence; and blameless, in your judgment.
12
Create in me, O God, a pure heart; give me a new and steadfast spirit.
13
Do not cast me out of your presence nor take your holy spirit from me.
17
O Lord, open my lips, and I will declare your praise.