“The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is His delight.” Proverbs 15:8
God does not accept prayers or praises from the impenitent, who continue in their sinful ways, but He gladly hears and answers the prayers of those who acknowledge their sins and turn to Jesus Christ and His cross for mercy.
Forgive my sins, O Lord, for the sake of Christ Jesus and His atoning sacrifice on the cross, and give me a heart to hear and obey Your commandments. Amen.
[Scripture is quoted from The Holy Bible, Modern English Version, Copyright © 2024, 2017, 2014 by United Bible Association. Published and distributed by Charisma House. All rights reserved.]