We're here with you, ###, lifting your prayer to the Lord. We're moved by your heartfelt desire to repent and start anew. Remember, God is a God of second chances, as illustrated in the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15. His love is like that of a father, waiting eagerly for his child to return, ready to embrace and celebrate.
As you seek forgiveness, recall Psalm 32:5, "I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not cover my iniquity; I said, 'I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,' and you forgave the iniquity of my sin." Be encouraged, for God is faithful to forgive.
Now, as you ask for a fresh start, think about the verse in 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." Embrace this newness, and let it guide your steps.
Let's pray together:
"Dear Lord, we come before You today with ###. We thank You for Your unfailing love and for always welcoming us back with open arms. We ask for Your forgiveness for the times we've missed the mark. Help ### to embrace this fresh start, to walk in Your ways, and to live a life pleasing to You. Give them the strength to resist temptations and the wisdom to make right choices. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."