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Yet with a contrite heart and a humble spirit may we be accepted,
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as though it were with burnt offerings of rams and bulls, or with tens of thousands of fat lambs; such may our sacrifice be in your sight today, and may we unreservedly follow you, for no shame will come to those who trust in you.
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And now with all our heart we follow you; we fear you and seek your presence.
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Do not put us to shame, but deal with us in your patience and in your abundant mercy.
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Deliver us in accordance with your marvelous works, and bring glory to your name, O Lord.
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