Even now—
Joel 2:12-13 CSB
this is the Lord’s declaration—
turn to me with all your heart,
with fasting, weeping, and mourning.
13 Tear your hearts,
not just your clothes,
and return to the Lord your God.
For he is gracious and compassionate,
slow to anger, abounding in faithful love,
and he relents from sending disaster.
Reflection
How has God been faithful to you in difficult times, and how can you show your faithfulness to Him in return?
A Prayer
Heavenly Father, we acknowledge our shortcomings, our selfishness, and our sinfulness. We confess that we have not always acted in accordance with your will or followed your ways. We know that You are gracious, merciful, faithful, and that You desire for us to turn back to You. Help us, oh Lord, to do more than appear to be repentant, but to truly mean it with all of our hearts. In the name of Jesus, Amen.
