A Song of Penitence

Feb 19

O Lord and Ruler of the host of heaven,

God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and of all their righteous offspring:

You made the heavens and the earth, with all their vast array.

All things quake with fear at your presence; they tremble because of your power.

But your merciful promise is beyond all measure; it surpasses all our minds can fathom.

O Lord, you are full of compassion, long-suffering, and abounding in mercy.

You hold back your hand; You do not punish as we deserve.

In your great goodness, Lord, you have promised forgiveness to sinners,

that they may repent of their sin and be saved.

Prayer of Manasseh 1-2, 4, 6-7

It’s my sixtieth trip around the sun this year. I share some wisdom, some photography, some poetry and prayers for the journey ahead.

Prayer Before Retiring at Night