Like the fire that burns down the forest, or the flames that consume the mountainsides,

In this manner you will purge out the guilt of innocent blood from among you, for you must do what is right before the Lord.

my anxiety intensified. As I thought about it, I became impatient. Finally I spoke these words:

How long will this go on, O Lord? Will you stay angry forever? How long will your rage burn like fire?

How long, O Lord, will this last? Will you remain hidden forever? Will your anger continue to burn like fire?

When you pass through the waters, I am with you; when you pass through the streams, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not harm you.