Lent 2025 School of Prayer

Day 6: Prayer of Repentance

“O God, create in me a pure heart and renew in me a steadfast spirit.” — Psalm 51:10

Repentance and a return to God are the main goals of Lent. In addition to requesting benefits, prayer also entails asking for forgiveness and letting God change us. In Psalm 51, King David begged God for forgiveness and a new heart after he sinned. He realized that genuine repentance involves a strong desire to change rather than just stating “I’m sorry.”

In prayer, repentance is an act of humility. It is admitting our shortcomings while being confident in God’s mercy and not afraid. God is waiting for our restoration, not for our condemnation. He is dependable in purifying and renewing us when we approach Him with an open heart.

Spend a moment today praying sincerely for repentance. Ask God to show you any areas that need renewal, any sin, or any resentment. Knowing that God’s grace surpasses all of our shortcomings, let today be a period of spiritual purification.

Consider: In what aspect of your life do you require the transformative grace of God? Today, are you prepared to present it to Him in repentance?

Fasting and Giving: Fast from complaining. Offer up any difficulty as a prayer for others.