Joy

O Lord, let me know the joy of Zacchaeus. The joy of knowing that you love me. That you accept me. That you actually want to be with me. 

Let me know the joy of your forgiveness and mercy.

And springing from that joy, may I have the overwhelming desire of Zacchaeus to please you. 

It doesn’t matter what other people think or say about me. It is enough that you love and accept me. 

I do love you, Lord. 

Thank you for your love and your grace. In your name I pray, amen.