Lord, I have screwed up royally. I am throwing myself upon Your mercy, my plea, “No contest.” I am guilty. I went against Your peace and did what I hoped would relieve the pressure I carried. I desperately need an advocate, please refill me with Your Holy Spirit and instruct Him to take my case. Let Him come before You with my guilty plea, in prayer, according to your will and relieve me of this burden. And you, My God, who judges fairly and allowed the chastisement I’m suffering, please hear my advocate’s petition and grant Your never-ending compassion. Strengthen me to trust Your grace to live with the pain I’ve caused, knowing that somehow, You’ll work it for good. Thank You for forgiving me. Please help me to forgive myself and the courage to make restitution as you direct. And Lord, I am grateful that You will not give me more than I could bear. My hope is in You Jesus and the finished work of the cross, You, who blots out my transgressions and remembers them no more. Beloved Lord, I submit my future into Your hands, confident You’ll never leave me on my own. Amen
“…we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.” 1John 2:1