Psalms 78:38
The Scripture
(38) But he, being full of compassion, forgave their iniquity, and destroyed them not: yea, many a time turned he his anger away, and did not stir up all his wrath.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The psalmist reflects on God’s judgment on Israel, describing how He destroyed their cities and peoples and warns that He will again bring disaster upon them. He urges the people to remember God’s greatness and to keep His covenant, lest they fall into the same fate. The chapter ends with a call to repentance and trust in God’s mercy.
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