Redemption

Heavenly Father,

Hallowed be your name. You are the great author of the story of the universe. You devised the plan of salvation that Jesus may be lifted high above all others and that we may know the joy of a pure and holy union with you. Our need for redemption, however, is painfully clear. Our faults are many, and our sins are plentiful. We are hindered and entangled in our pursuit of you. Gracious Father, how amazing that you pursue us. You find us in the place of our sin, and your Spirit empowers us to repent. Let us seize hold of your gracious gift of forgiveness and cast off the muck and mire that we may more fully enjoy the fruits of your work on the cross.

In the name of him who knew no sin. Amen.