Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Lord GOD. Wouldn’t I prefer that he turn from his ways and live?
Say to them: ‘As surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that
who wants everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.
The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to
For I take no pleasure in anyone’s death, declares the Lord GOD. So repent and live!
The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion.
But it was fitting to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and
In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.”
“What man among you, if he has a hundred sheep and loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the pasture and
But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals
Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to a
Who is a God like You, who pardons iniquity and passes over the transgression of the remnant of His inheritance—who does
How could I give you up, O Ephraim? How could I surrender you, O Israel? How could I make you like Admah? How could I tr
Then he sings before men with these words: ‘I have sinned and perverted what was right; yet I did not get what I deserve
Is not Ephraim a precious son to Me, a delightful child? Though I often speak against him, I still remember him. Therefo
For He does not willingly afflict or grieve the sons of men.
For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.