A Backslider’s Prayer

Posted on November 18, 2011 by valerie

Psalm 51:1

“Have mercy upon me, O God….”

I need to acknowledge my sins and ask God to have mercy on me and cleanse me. My sins are always before me and before His face.

As I read the 51st Psalm of David, I realize that I’m always in His view. I know better, and when God’s judgment comes, it’s clear that I deserve it. When He speaks from His Word, He is justified because He knows every move, every word and every thought I think, speak and do. Where can I hide?

I need Your mercy Lord, for against You and You only have I sinned and come short of Your Glory. Deliver and restore unto me the joy of my salvation, I pray You. Please give me back Your Holy Spirit and uphold me with Your free spirit, for I am weary of my iniquities.

Will You blot out my transgressions Lord? Will You forgive me and bless me with songs of gladness? Please loose me from shameful habits that I may teach others Your ways. How I praise You for not marking my iniquities. Truly, You don’t despise a broken contrite heart.

Although many do scorn me and gossip about me to my face and behind my back, yet I feel love from the few who remember when they once wallowed in sin. Thank You for showing me Your love through these meek ones. I’m putting my trust in You, Lord, even as You cause me to hear joy and gladness.

I’m so happy to be able to open my mouth and show forth praise as Your love cleanses my heart even now.

Prayerfully yours,
Lil
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