16. For I will not contend forever, nor will I always be angry, for the spirit would grow weak before Me, the breath of those whom I made.
17. Because of the iniquity of his unjust gain I was angry; I struck him; I hid My face; I was angry—but he went on backsliding in the way of his heart.
18. I have seen his ways, but I will heal him. I will lead him and restore comfort to him and his mourners.