We each have our own self-perception, but we often don't realize how others see us, or how God sees us.
Many people suffer from feelings of low self-esteem, inadequacy, failure, shame, and find it hard to believe in their value. They may feel they are a disappointment to their family or employer, or feel they have little of value to share with others. They may feel there is no purpose or meaning in their life.
I share on this blog because I feel compelled to share the good news. In Christ, there is peace, compassion, love, forgiveness, healing, hope, and joy. Jesus shared the good news of his Father's love and mercy, and the glory of His kingdom....if you want to know the way, follow Jesus...follow his beautiful feet which shared the good news, follow his example of compassion, mercy, and love.
Father,
Sometimes I feel such shame for my mistakes, and feel unforgivable,
thank you for sending your Son, who died for my sins, so I could find redemption.
Sometimes I feel I have lost my way,
thank you for sending your Son to show the Way.
Sometimes I feel confused and have false beliefs about myself or others,
thank you for the gift of Your Word, which is the Truth.
Sometimes I feel my life is fainting, my strength is waning,
thank you for the Bread of Life, which sustains me.
Sometimes all I see are shadows of doom, and I fear the darkness,
thank you for Jesus, the Light of the World.
Sometimes I feel dead inside...
thank you for the promise of Resurrection and Life.
Sometimes I feel worn out, my burdens are dragging me down,
thank you for lifting the burdens, for giving my soul rest.
Sometimes I question if I matter, if what I do counts for anything,
thank you for designing me with a purpose of your own.
I surrender my aimlessness,
I surrender my false self-concept and my wrong thinking,
I surrender my own self-expectations,
I surrender my burdens, my worries, my doubts.
Father, thank you for your grace and mercy, please lift my burdens and renew my spirit.
AMEN
