Sorrow.

Dear Lord. Please come to us now in our times of sorrow. In our deep, intimate moments that no one else can see except ourselves. Heal the parts of our hearts that hurt from old wounds and doubt. Save us from the old demons who come back to haunt us and tell us lies that are so easy to believe. Strengthen us when we feel alone and empty. May you comfort the people whose lives have been shattered by the earthquake in Haiti. Be with the people who live their lives in angry self-defense and break down their walls. Be with those who cannot see their worth as a human being created in Your likeness. Give grace to us so that we may show grace and forgiveness to others, especially when it hasn't been asked of us. Show us our pride and our selfishness. Show us how to change. Take away the yearning to be right. Heal our hearts and teach us to serve.