Psalms 78:34-38

When He killed them, then they sought Him, And they returned and searched diligently for God;

And they remembered that God was their rock, And the Most High God their Redeemer.

But they flattered Him with their mouth And lied to Him with their tongue.

For their heart was not steadfast toward Him, Nor were they faithful with His covenant.

But He, being compassionate, forgave their wrongdoing and did not destroy them; And often He restrained His anger And did not stir up all His wrath.