contrite

cast me not away
oh Lord, from Thy presence, for
new mercies i need to blot out my trangressions.
take not Thy Holy Spirit from me,
rather renew my mind and conform my will.
in Thee, Lord, will i place my
trust, only let me dwell with Thee
eternally.

cleanse my heart once again.
overwhelm me with Your lovingkindness and
never let me go.
today and always, i vow to live
righteously in Your sight.
instruct me from Your Word, so
that sin will no longer
exert its power over me.

© soledad evans (2006)