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Lord Almighty, God of our ancestors, God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, God of their righteous descendants,
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you created the universe and all the splendor that fills it.
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The sea obeys your command and never overflows its bounds. The power of your wonderful, glorious name keeps the ocean depths in their place.
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When you show your power, all creation trembles.
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Your glorious splendor is overwhelming, and your anger is more than sinners can endure.
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But the mercy you promise is also greater than we can understand or measure.
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For you are the Lord Most High; you are patient and show mercy and compassion. You make our punishment easier to bear when we suffer for our sins. O Lord, in your great goodness and mercy you promise forgiveness and salvation to those who repent of their sin against you.