Grace on every page

Jeremiah 52; Psalm 74, 79, 85

79:8 Do not hold against us the sins of the fathers;
       may your mercy come quickly to meet us,
       for we are in desperate need.

 9 Help us, O God our Savior,
       for the glory of your name;
       deliver us and forgive our sins
       for your name's sake.

 10 Why should the nations say,
       "Where is their God?" ...

85:2 You forgave the iniquity of your people
       and covered all their sins.
       Selah

 3 You set aside all your wrath
       and turned from your fierce anger.

 4 Restore us again, O God our Savior,
       and put away your displeasure toward us.

 5 Will you be angry with us forever?
       Will you prolong your anger through all generations?

 6 Will you not revive us again,
       that your people may rejoice in you?

 7 Show us your unfailing love, O LORD,
       and grant us your salvation.

 8 I will listen to what God the LORD will say;
       he promises peace to his people, his saints—
       but let them not return to folly.

 9 Surely his salvation is near those who fear him,
       that his glory may dwell in our land.

Some people might think that the Old Testament is full of God's anger, wrath, and judgment, but while I do acknowledge the heavy nature of the Kings through the Prophets, I see Grace on almost every page.  There is similarity in the fact that the Israelites invited God's punishment for their rebellious behavior and the fact that we live knuckleheaded lives that require God's Grace every day.

Prayer
Heavenly Father, I confess that I am so proud; please humble me.  Lord, as the Israelites were distracted by the things of the world, so it is easy for me to become distracted with worldly things.  Please draw me near to you.  I ask that you fill me with your Grace and perfect Love that casts out all fear, and help me share the Good News of Jesus Christ so that your Glory will fill the earth.  Please show me mercy for your namesake.  I pray this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.