Surely resentment destroys the fool,and jealousy kills the simple.3I have seen that fools may be successful for the moment,but then comes sudden disaster.

“Oh, that I might have my request,that God would grant my desire.9I wish he would crush me.I wish he would reach out his hand and kill me.10At least I can take comfort in this:Despite the pain,I have not denied the words of the Holy One.

Have I asked you to rescue me from my enemies, or to save me from ruthless people? Teach me, and I will keep quiet. Show me what I have done wrong. Honest words can be painful, but what do your criticisms amount to? Do you think your words are convincing when you disregard my cry of desperation?

Lord God my Father,

May your Truth and Peace overwhelm my concerns, allow your desire to have it’s way with me. Stop my desire to understand your plan and follow you with complete trust. Keep me ready to do your will.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen