This is one of my very favorite Lenten verses. This is what Lent does for me: I humbly hand myself over to God - to be
sure, filthy, broken, and in despair - and he lovingly restores me
to his favor.
The reality is that we are not the righteous people we
think we are. It's always easier for us to pay attention to the sins
of others rather than our own sins. And yet, God's new covenant of
forgiveness makes it clear that we are all sinful. ... That's
right, it is God's love that exposes our sin. It is God's abundant
mercy that calls forth the recognition 'I know my transgressions.'
The singer of the
psalm
spoke for the
nation. He seemed to say, “I am a sinner; we are all sinners. Have
mercy on us, Lord.” His plea, however, was more than a desire for a
second chance. It was a heartfelt petition to experience the presence
of God again. Let us approach God and seek, not only his forgiveness,
but also his intimacy.
This week as we get closer to Easter and the joy of celebrating our risen Lord, I invite you to reflect on your transgressions and seek the Lord's forgiveness that you may be in communion with Him. How
have you sought the
Lord’s
forgiveness and intimacy? How does God’s forgiveness help you in
your relationships with others?
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