42 Their enemies oppressed them,and they were humbled under their power.
43 God delivered them numerous times,but they were determined to rebel,and so they were brought down by their own sin.
44 But God saw their distresswhen he heard their loud cries.
45 God remembered his covenant for their sake,and because of how much faithful love he has,God changed his mind.
46 God allowed them to receive compassionfrom all their captors.
47 Lord our God, save us!Gather us back together from among all the nationsso we can give thanksto your holy nameand rejoice in your praise!
48 Bless the Lord, the God of Israel,from forever ago to forever from now!And let all the people say, "Amen!"Praise the Lord!