¹⁵ But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious^(A) God,
    slow to anger,^(B) abounding^(C) in love and faithfulness.^(D)

¹⁸ Yet the Lord longs^(A) to be gracious to you;
    therefore he will rise up to show you compassion.^(B)
For the Lord is a God of justice.^(C)
    Blessed are all who wait for him!^(D)