Psalm 106:1–6, 19–23
Praise Holy One!
Give voice to your gratitude,
for the goodness of Holy One,
whose lovingkindness endures always!
We haven't the words
to say it all –
the wonder of Holy One,
the depth of our thanks!
But we know joy, living
out your justice, sharing
the love we know in you.
Remember me, we cry,
remember, Holy One,
your people – do not forget.
We want to rejoice,
to celebrate the fulfilment
of your Dream.
We know we have wronged you,
us, our ancestors before us;
we have participated in tyranny:
forgive us
forgive us.
We make idols, worship images,
success, wealth, status, ourselves,
when we are made to worship you:
forgive us
forgive us.
We forget you, Holy One,
who hears our cries, who rescues
promises, redeems our lives:
forgive us
forgive us.
You could choose to leave us,
unfaithful, inconstant, as we are;
we plead with you again, again,
forgive us
forgive us.
Thank you for not turning from us,
we sigh with relief, for our lives.
You are wondrous, awesome, faithful:
help us remember
help us remember.
Amen.
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