
Hear my prayer, O Lord, give ear to my supplications: in thy faithfulness answer me, and in thy righteousness. — Psalm 143:1 KJV
Lord, hear my prayer, listen to my cry for mercy; in your faithfulness and righteousness come to my relief. — Psalm 143:1 NIV
Thought and Reflection
Occasionally are downright extreme. Those we care about are hurting. Our plans are failing to work out. Our prayers appear to skip off the roof and fall at our feet. We shout out to God – at times out of resentment, now and then in desperation, however particularly for mercy. We want help. We need hope. We want God to answer.
My Prayer
Heavenly and Righteous Father, please grant me relief from my struggles with wrongdoings, with disease, with discouragement, with friends who are untrue, and with enemies who work for my humiliation and discouragement. I need Your help. I need Your mercy. Lord, I need to know Your presence and power in my life today. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
Author
Alona Smith is a devoted follower of Jesus Christ who believes that life’s true purpose is found in knowing Him and making Him known. She is passionate about sharing God’s Word with clarity and compassion, helping others see the beauty of the gospel of grace revealed through the Apostle Paul.
Grounded in Scripture and led by the Spirit, Alona seeks to live out her faith in practical ways—showing kindness, extending forgiveness, and walking in love. Whether serving in her local church, encouraging a friend in need, or simply living as a light in her community, she strives to reflect Christ in both word and deed.