Prayer of Forgiveness and Repentance Toward God
Prayer of Forgiveness and Repentance Toward God
Prayer of Repentance
O Lord, my repentance is my return to You, to the source of love and mercy, where my soul finds comfort and peace. I come to You today, burdened by my sins, feeling my need for Your forgiveness and mercy. I want to return to You with a broken heart, laying before You all that weighs me down with pain and mistakes.
Do not delay my repentance, and do not let me be bound by the chains of sin that hinder me from walking Your path. Accept me with sincere repentance, and erase my sins with Your boundless mercy, for You are the God who rejoices at the return of the sinner and clothes him in the garment of salvation, as it is written in the Holy Scripture:
“For He has clothed me with the garments of salvation” (Isaiah 61: 10).
A Call to Repentance
Repentance is not merely words we utter; it is a call to a new life, a chance to start afresh. I fully realize that I need deep transformation, a true change in my heart and soul. I want to be able to turn away from everything that hinders me and to live in Your light and mercy. I feel a strong desire to focus on what is most important: my relationship with You and living according to Your will. Whenever I feel distant from You, remind me of Your unending mercy.
O Lord, forgive me, for I am unable to lift my eyes to You because of the magnitude of my sins and the weight of my transgressions. Do not count my sins against me, but let me find Your mercy in Your kingdom. I ask You, my God, to touch my weary soul and body and grant me the strength to do Your will. I know that the path to salvation passes through heartfelt repentance, which brings me back to Your embrace and frees me from the bonds of sin.
A Plea for Forgiveness
O God, forgive my sins and cover my transgressions. Save me from Your wrath and anger; what can I say when I stand before You? How can I adorn myself when You judge me? O Jesus Christ, guide me and envelop me in Your mercy, and grant me peace. You who bore the agony of sin for us, help me live a life that aligns with Your will, for I long to be among those who follow You sincerely and live in the light of Your love.
Do not leave me in the hands of the enemy, for I have cast all my cares upon You; do not let me be a prisoner of my sinful desires. Do not let me face the Day of Judgment without Your mercy. Cover my nakedness before Your glorious throne, and cleanse me from all defilement. I want to be among those who rejoice in Your presence and live in Your light, for You are the light that illuminates my life and guides me to the straight path.
A Request for Protection
O God, loving Father, preserve my soul with Your precious blood. Shield me from the desires of sin, and awaken me from my slumber. Let Your holy angel drive away all evil thoughts from my mind, and grant me wisdom to discern between good and evil.
Enable me to have Your Spirit dwelling in my heart, so I can live my life according to Your will and be among those who follow Your footsteps. For You, O Lord, are my refuge and my fortress, and to You, I turn in all matters.
Grant me, O Lord, to praise You with my spirit and soul every day of my life. Answer me, O Lord, as great is Your mercy, and accept my prayers and supplications. Deliver me from sins, and grant me a way to fulfill Your will. Do not take Your grace from me, and keep me as a holy temple for You, so I can serve You at all times and be a source of blessing to those around me.
Purify my Heart
my tongue, and all my senses. Remove from me the heart of stone, and grant me a contrite heart to plead before You. Do not reject me, for I am unable to bear my sins. Have mercy on me, O He who has authority over mercy, and envelop me with Your endless compassion. Show me, O Lord, how I can live a life that honors Your name and how I can be an instrument for spreading Your love and mercy in the world.
Make me worthy to bless You at all times until my last breath. Establish Your sacred words in my heart and soul, so I may live according to Your teachings and be among those who walk in the path of light, for every word from You is life to my soul and a guide for my journey. And You, O Lord, know what is in my heart and are aware of all my thoughts; therefore, I entrust everything to You.
Deliver me from all the traps of the evil one, and guide my life in ways that please You. Have compassion on me, and hear my cry. Answer my supplication and keep my prayers close to You, so they may rise before You. May my prayers be established before You as a sweet aroma, and do not judge Your servant, for no one can be justified before You. For Yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen. By: Baba Shenouda
The Mercy of God and His Love for Humanity
The Concept of Divine Mercy
Mercy is one of God’s most prominent attributes, reflecting His love and care for all His creations. In the Holy Scriptures, we see that God is “merciful and compassionate,” reaffirming that He does not leave us in our loneliness or sins. Rather, He always seeks to bring us back to His embrace, where we find safety and peace. The scripture says:
“For His mercy is great toward us” (Psalm 117: 2).
Understanding divine mercy helps us grasp the depth of God’s love. He does not just forgive us; He empathizes with us and feels our pain. This mercy motivates us to treat others in the same way, to be sincere in our love and forgiveness.
The Importance of Repentance in a Believer’s Life
Repentance is not merely an acknowledgment of mistakes; it is also a step toward renewal. It is the opportunity that God grants us to change and improve. Each time we repent, we reconnect with God and allow Him to work in our lives. As the apostle Paul says:
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation” (2 Corinthians 5: 17).
This transformation opens the doors of grace before us, enabling us to live a life filled with blessings. Repentance grants us the courage to admit our faults and helps us grow spiritually, allowing us to be more receptive to God’s mercy.
The Endless Love of God
God’s love knows no bounds; it is continuous and abundant. Even when we stray, God is always waiting for us. His love reminds us that we are never rejected, no matter how grave our mistakes may be. He is always here, waiting for our return to Him. As it is written in the Gospel of Luke:
“It was fitting to celebrate and be glad, for this, your brother was dead, and is alive; he was lost, and is found” (Luke 15: 32).
Realizing this love fills us with a sense of security and motivates us to return to Him at all times. The closer we draw to Him, the more we feel hope and peace.
Deliverance from Sin
God desires to free us from all that disturbs the peace of our lives. Salvation is a free gift from God, granted through faith in Jesus Christ. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and whoever comes to Him will not be rejected. Through our faith in Him and our repentance, we can live a new life filled with hope and peace.
A Call to Live in the Light
God’s love calls us to live in the light, far from darkness and sin. The closer we draw to Him, the more strength we have to resist evil. God empowers us with grace to live lives that please Him and to be lights in the world. As Jesus said:
“You are the light of the world” (Matthew 5: 14).
Through our actions and behaviors, we can be examples to everyone. Living in the light means making righteous choices and walking the right path, which reflects our love for God and our desire for change.
Conclusion
The Prayer of Repentance is a new beginning and an opportunity to connect with God. Each time we return to Him, we find hope and comfort. Let us always remember that God is the lover of humanity and that His mercy envelops us at every moment. Let us continue to strive for repentance and open our hearts to receive His love and mercy. A life with God is the most beautiful gift we can receive, and we must seize every moment to live in the light of His mercy.
In every step we take, let us remember that God is with us, guiding and supporting us, and let us continue to strive toward light and salvation. Let us live in God’s love and mercy, becoming a source of spreading that mercy in the hearts of others. Amen.
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My Heavenly Father I pray to You
