I find Psalm 51:1-17 extremely powerful and comforting.
There have been times in my life when I did not have the relationship with Christ that I would have liked. There have been times when I have been angry with God or have questioned God on why things have transpired the way they did.
This scripture reminds me that when I act in such a way that I hurt those who love me, I also hurt God. It reinforces for me that I need Christ to help me on this journey. For as much as I would like to, I cannot do this on my own. I need God to be that guiding force in my life.
Finally, this scripture reminds me that no matter how far from the path we have ventured; God is always waiting for us to come home. Nothing feels better than being washed and being cleansed of our sins! I am comforted by knowing that I am now intentional about traveling the road with Christ and that no matter what may come to pass He will always be with us.
Gracious and Heavenly Father, please do open our lips and mouths and give us strength and endurance in order to spread your word and love throughout our community. Help us to live lives so that all may know we are followers of Christ. In His holy name we pray. Amen.
