My Spirit Fails

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— (Ephesians 2:8 NIV)

Answer me quickly, Lord ; my spirit fails. Do not hide your face from me or I will be like those who go down to the pit. Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life. (Psalm 143:7, 8 NIV)


Dear Lord,

Forgive me. I broke my fast yesterday. Both the food and the Isaiah 58 fast. I gave in to my rage. I burned the whole day. But I know that I have been saved, not by my works, but by Your grace. You have reminded me that. Thank You.

But Lord, my spirit fails. Do not hide Your face from me. I need You more than ever, Lord. Calm the raging inside me. Reign my tongue, Lord. Today, I will speak to him. Give me the strength to wield power as the leader. But give me the control to be compassionate, Lord.

Thank You for the opportunity. The Ateneo de Davao thing seems like it's going to work. Bless the endeavor, Lord. Be with me always.