Nehemiah 9:17, 31

They refused to obey, And they were not mindful of Your wonders That You did among them. But they hardened their necks, And in their rebellion They appointed a leader To return to their bondage. But You are God, Ready to pardon, Gracious and merciful, Slow to anger, Abundant in kindness, And did not forsake them.

Nevertheless in Your great mercy You did not utterly consume them nor forsake them; For You are God, gracious and merciful.