A Prayer of Repentance
“O Lord our God, good and merciful, I acknowledge all my sins which I

have committed every day of my life, in thought, word and deed; in body

and soul alike. I am heartily sorry that I have ever offended thee, and I

sincerely repent; with tears I humbly pray thee, O Lord: of thy mercy

forgive me all my past transgressions and absolve me from them. I firmly

resolve, with the help of Thy Grace, to amend my way of life and to sin

no more; that I may walk in the way of the righteous and offer praise

and glory to the Name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Amen.”

Oh, why do I find myself constantly praying this and similar prayers? Why must I be so depraved? It is wonderful to love a God who forgive me every time I fall, who picks me up and puts me back on my feet to take another step.