January 25
Be merciful to me, O Lord, for I am calling on you constantly. Give me happiness, O Lord, for I give myself to you. – Psalm 86:3-4 (NLT)
PRAYER FOR MERCY
A poem and essay by ILMA
Lord, hear me as I cry out to you for help
Show me how to think more of others and less of myself?
Will you grant me happiness despite my situation?
Will you bring me wisdom in my frustration?
Be merciful, O Lord, for I am calling you constantly
Allow me to be patient and not expect results instantly
Melt my heart so I will always long to please you only
Keep me focused on your word so I can be healed swiftly.
Do you know how abounding in mercy the Lord is? The bible says that he forgives us infinitely and that he gives us mercy afresh each morning (Lamentations 3:22-23). The psalmist in Psalm 86 cries out to God for help and for favor. How often do you come on your knees and open up your troubles to the Lord. It is a humbling act when you come to him. The Lord wants you to be intimate with him. He wants every detail of your life. Even if he knows everything about you, he still expects you to ask him for help, forgiveness and mercy. He loves a contrite and pure heart. He wants us to depend on him for everything.
PRAYER
Lord, help me.
REFLECTION
Who do you run to for help>
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