Daniel the prophet bowed in prayer to confess a nation's sin; but when we dare approach your throne, Lord, where shall we begin? Hear, O Lord; I Lord, forgive! Our God, do not delay! For your name's sake, by whom we live, have mercy, Lord, today! Israel ignored what Scripture said and rebelled against your laws: theirs was the guilt, the shame, the dread; the mercy, Lord, was yours. Hear, O Lord; I Lord, forgive! Our God, do not delay! Your promised covenant revive; have mercy, Lord, today! As in the exile years, so now we have come before your throne; to seek your face we humble bow and plead your grace along. Hear, O Lord, O Lord, forgive! In Jesus' name we pray: for us he died, in him we live; have mercy, Lord, today!