Psalm 79 -
8 Do not remember against us our former iniquities; let your compassion come speedily to meet us, for we are brought very low. 9 Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of your name; deliver us, and atone for our sins, for your name's sake!
Israel had rebelled against their God here the Psalmist is crying out to God to be delivered and forgiven.
Psalm 80:19 - Restore us, O LORD God of hosts! Let your face shine, that we may be saved!
Psalm 79
ReplyDelete8-9 Do not hold the crimes of our ancestors against us. Reach out to us soon with your compassion,because we are helpless. Help us, O God, our savior, for the glory of your name. Rescue us, and forgive our sins for the honor of your name.
Psalm 80
1 Open your ears, O Shepherd of Israel, the one who leads the descendants of Joseph like sheep, the one who is enthroned over the angels.
17-18 Let your power rest on the man you have chosen, the son of man you strengthened for yourself. Then we will never turn away from you. Give us life again, and we will call on you.