Nehemiah 9:33-35

33But when you punished us like that, you were right to do it. You have always been faithful. It is us who have done wicked things.

34Our kings, our leaders, our priests and our ancestors have not obeyed your laws. They have not listened to your commands. You warned them but they would not listen.

35When they had their own kingdom, they still would not agree to serve you. You gave them a good land to live in, with plenty of food. They enjoyed your good gifts, but they would not obey you. They did not stop doing evil things.