Recognizing Our Brokenness

Scripture Reading: Psalm 51:17 (KJV): "The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise."

Devotional: King David's plea in Psalm 51 is a powerful reminder of how God values our honesty and humility. When we come before Him with a spirit that acknowledges our shortcomings and seeks true repentance, He never turns away. Our brokenness becomes the very offering that pleases Him, for it shows our dependence and trust in His redemptive power.

Reflection: Take a moment to reflect on areas in your life where you may be holding back from God, reluctant to expose your vulnerabilities. What burdens are you carrying that need to be laid at His feet?

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart acknowledging my brokenness. Help me to offer You my spirit, trusting in Your love and mercy to mend and restore. I lay my burdens at Your feet, asking for Your grace to renew me. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Action: Identify one area of your life in which you need to seek God's forgiveness and restoration. Write it down and pray over it, asking God to create a clean heart within you.