Merciful God, You are gracious and merciful.               You alone are fully righteous and holy. I am lowly and sin-stained.               I am deserving of your wrath. Be patient with me. Be merciful to me.               Mete out Your judgment in Your mercy                              Not the wrath I deserve. When I close my eyes and try to cover my shame,               Remind me of Your holiness. When I struggle to admit my failings to follow You as You deserve,               Rebuke and correct m...