A Scripture and a Prayer: “A Heart’s Cry for Help”

“Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted. The troubles of my heart have multiplied; free me from my anguish. Look upon my affliction and my distress and take away all my sins.” (Psalm 25:16-18)

Prayer:

Lord, no matter how many people we know or are around, without You in our lives, we are truly alone. That’s because only You know us, as You were the one who formed and knit us together in our mother’s womb. In fact, You created us for this relationship, as we were made in Your image and likeness. Further, when we came to know Jesus as our Savior, You placed Your Temple within us, where the Holy Spirit now dwells. Therefore, forgive our sins and cleanse our iniquities, so that we can truly be that vessel of honor for You. And finally, thank you for never abandoning us, always being there, and for hearing our heart’s cry. AMEN