I see that which You through this pain have shown me. You are my first Love. Nothing, no matter how consequential to this life is worthy of that position. You alone are God. To say that I am sorry for placing anyone, any thing or any idea in that position frightens me in the humility of a man who knows the One who gave me and saved me so many times. There is no excuse, no reasoning and no explanation for my actions except spiritual laziness and self-service in the face of a Spiritual call to purpose.

Father, take away the dais from the Church, take away the altar as You have given everything in sacrifice, none be further made. My worship must be true for You alone and never be used for alternate purpose. I am no different than any man, especially those Brothers of Your Body, regardless of place for worship/membership. Let those true to you see the danger of placing organizations, individuals and man made rules/rituals in place of direct privilege in the Throne Room of God.

Lord may my heart return to its rightful place be the spark that rekindles the flame and awe of service to Your Plan for this life and the next. There is no good to come from backsliding away from our relationship and Your commands for my service to the Coming Kingdom of Christ Jesus, that shall never end. Thank you for showing me true and false love allowing me to see that investment in anything other that the Love with You and the Body is fruitless. The Love I give this world is that they may come to know You.

Lord I am a man of God, no titles needed, no self or audience elevation sufficient. The fact that I may be referred to as Shepherd, Preacher, Teacher, Evangelist or otherwise is acknowledgement of my duty to Your Will. I want no reward and am thoroughly fulfilled in Knowing You. To look upon anything or anyone with the humility and love that I have for You should only be done when You have directed it. I love these sheep Lord, I love those who have yet to know You Lord and I will love anyone You give me who will praise Your name having begun to know You by that Love You have shown through me.

Forgive me Lord, Revive Lord, strengthen and direct Lord to the things You have named precious. Never let me or those in this body veer from the skinny path, the only path to everlasting found in relationship with You. May You acknowledge each of us in Heaven that we may be certain, safe and saved in the Blood of Jesus Christ the King. May we grow as new born citizens of Heaven to bring glory, honor and praise to You. In Jesus’ holy name.