Nehemiah 9:16-18

Good News Translation

^16 (A)But our ancestors grew proud and stubborn
    and refused to obey your commands.
^17 (B)They refused to obey; they forgot all you did;
    they forgot the miracles you had performed.
In their pride they chose a leader
    to take them back to slavery in Egypt.
But you are a God who forgives;
    you are gracious and loving, slow to be angry.
Your mercy is great; you did not forsake them.
^18 (C)They made an idol in the shape of a bull-calf
    and said it was the god who led them from Egypt!
How much they insulted you, Lord!