Devotions: Great Compassion

O my God, incline Your ear and hear! Open Your eyes and see our desolations and the city which is called by Your name; for we are not presenting our supplications before You on account of any merits of our own, but on account of Your great compassion. O Lord, hear! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, listen and take action! For Your own sake, O my God, do not delay, because Your city and Your people are called by Your name.

Daniel 9:18-19 New American Standard Bible (NASB)

This is the end of Daniel’s prayer for God to restore Israel. It is important to note that Daniel is not asking because of anything they deserve or because of his own piety, but because of God’s compassion. That is the basis for his request. He knows the nature of our God. He knows the greatness of His compassion. He also knows that there is no way anyone could possibly earn or deserve it. It is all based on God’s love and grace. When asking God for something, are you inclined to try to convince God you deserve it somehow, or to ask based on how much you think you deserve it? Or do you avoid asking God because you know you don’t deserve it? Both are faulty. The Bible is clear that we do not deserve anything, nor can we earn it, but it is also clear that God has compassion on whom He chooses based on His goodwill. When you come to God, don’t come with an attitude of entitlement, but also don’t be afraid. He is a good Father who knows how to give good gifts. Instead of having confidence in yourself, have confidence in God and His love for you!

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