Begin Again

Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land.

—2 Chronicles 7:14 (NLT)

Heavenly Father,

Thank You that with each new day You call me to repent—and You give me the chance to begin again.

Thank You for showing me the meaning of true repentance from my sin.

Thank You that as I humble myself before You by admitting my sins and shortcomings, as I pray for Your forgiveness, as I seek after You without ceasing, and as I turn my back on my sinful behavior and go a different way, You are faithful to hear my prayers and forgive me of my sin and restore me.

Thank You for showing me that true repentance from my sin means that my new behavior will reflect the words of my mouth.

Thank You that with each new day You call me to repent—and You give me the chance to begin again.

In the name of Jesus, Amen.