The Trouble Tree

I let God down

Dear God,

Yes… I’ve let You down again.
It’s not the first time—and it hurts to admit how often I fall short.
Some days, it feels like I’m stuck in a cycle I can’t break—burdened not only by my day-to-day sins, but also by the moments when I give in to anger, temptation, and weakness.

I made choices I regret. I lashed out. I let frustration rule my actions.
And yes… I turned to things I know You don’t want for me.
I feel the weight of it. I know You’re not pleased. And honestly… I’m not pleased with myself either.

Sometimes, this life feels like a no-win situation. Like I’m trying and failing all at once.
But I still come back to You. Not because I deserve anything—but because You are merciful. Because You’ve never closed the door on me, no matter how many times I’ve messed up.

So here I am again… not hiding, not making excuses.
Just asking: Please understand. Please forgive me. Please help me change.

If anyone is out there who hears this, I ask for your prayers too.
I’m just a sinner trying to find his way back home.

With a broken but hopeful heart,
A sinner still reaching for grace.

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