This prayer came to me a few days ago, as I prayed before my favourite icon:
The Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost (Luke 19:10; NLT).
Lord,
Seek us when we turn away
And lose our faith in you:
Please bring us gently back again
And let us start anew.
Save us when we turn aside
And stumble, slip, or fall:
Forgive us; guide us back again –
Lord, hear us when we call.
Help us when we turn from you
In rage, grief, or despair:
Encourage us to lean on you,
And trust, Lord, in your care.
They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the LORD to care for them (Psalm 112:7; NLT).