Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. God, let your name be glorified in the hearts of all who read this comment, God, and not only in their heart but also in their actions. Lord, let us glorify you. Father, we will run in the way of your commandments when you enlarge our hearts. Thank you that you will! Amen.
I just realized a wonderful connection, God calls us to fast and we learn in many ways like the letter shin that He devours us, and there's so much more to draw from that picture!
Immediately, within the 1st several sentences, understood what a complete failure I am as a son, brother, husband, and father. I grew up in church and have attended most of my life; and yet, while i know there is a triune God, that the Son died for sinners and my need of a Savior, I feel distant from God. Mainly because of all my mountainous sins while claiming to be a Christian. What a horrible "witness" I've been!!
At 58, I feel lost, alone, and question my salvation.