Therefore, submit to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. 9 Be miserable and mourn and weep. Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. 10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.
James 4:7-10 CSB
Reflection
name one way that you can draw closer to god today.
A Prayer
Heavenly Father, we come before you with humble hearts, confessing our sins and seeking your forgiveness. We know that we have done wrong in our thoughts, words, and deeds and have not followed your will. Help us to repent of our sins, Lord, and to turn away from our wicked ways. We ask for your mercy, that you would not punish us as we deserve, but instead forgive us and cleanse us of all unrighteousness. Create in us a broken and humble heart, a heart that is contrite before you. We know that only you can heal our hearts and make us right with you again. We thank you for your grace and mercy, and pray this prayer in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
