Everyone messes up at some time in life. Big or small, God forgives our mistakes when we ask him in prayer.
He knows we are human. He created us.
He is a God who forgives. And his mercy washes over us like cool water on a hot, summer day.
Here’s a wonderful prayer from “When God Calls the Heart” devotional for new beginnings:
God,
I come before you humbled because I make so many mistakes. Each day I hope for a better start, yet I mess up again. Forgive me for the times I make choices that are not pleasing to you.
Show me the areas of my life where there are offenses I don’t even realize.
You are a God of new beginnings. Thank you for the many times you have granted me a do-over. As many times as you’ve pardoned me and let me start, grant me the grace to offer that same spirit of forgiveness and mercy to someone who has wronged me.
Thank you for second chances, Lord. May I not take them for granted.