Dear God,

It is so easy for me to worry about what goes on in my life. Probably more than anything, I struggle with simply trusting you. There. I said it. It hurts me to see those words, but they state the truth about me. I need to hold onto the promises you've made me. I need to hold on to the truth from the scriptures.

You consider me the apple of your eye, so precious -- I have thoughts from the enemy that tempt me to not see myself that way at all.
You gave your one and only Son for me, even though I lived as your enemy. You promise that you won't hold back in taking care of me -- I want to believe this.
You care for the birds of the air and the plants, etc., and yet you say that I am worth more than all of these -- That is encouraging indeed.
You see me as perfect and holy, despite all my sin and sinful tendencies -- I struggle with believing that my life is pleasing to you.
I can see all my weaknesses and faults, and I wonder how is it that you can love me? (Ouch. again, seeing those words - wow) Yet you say you do. I want to believe in these promises; help me with my unbelief. Help me to rise up out of this worldly thinking, Almighty God! Fill me up with your word that I may combat the enemy when he tries to cut me down.

Lord, I love you, and I am sorry for how my relationship with you has been. I want to change and be different. Renew me, please.

In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen