Dear Heavenly Father,
David models what I desire. Though he was impotent to change by his own effort, he boldly asked you for help. My request is what David asked of you. I’m asking for your willingness to help change me: fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. (Isa. 41:10). Let me experience this help that you willingly offer. Help me lay aside my pride, my certainty that I can succeed. Let humility, be my standard. I now know I cannot succeed without your willing help. Partner with me, to change my stubbornness.
Then I will teach transgressors your ways, and sinners will return to you. (Ps. 51:13). Instill in me this passion, that David desired. So, others can realize your absolute willingness to be on their side, to partner with them, to let them encounter victory living. This is a fully satisfying, and delightful: joy of your salvation (Ps. 51:12). This is my deepest craving, that others truly see your fabulous goodness. If I am to be the standard bearer, let that be. What a great responsibility you offer. Yet again, I need your anointed power, to fulfill the ministry you would give. Let others see you, because they see you in me. Let others have confidence because they have seen your faithfulness to me. Let others want you, because they see me, fully satisfied in you. I pray this in Jesus’ name. Amen.
