O my God and my all,
in Thy goodness and mercy,
grant that before I die
I may regain all the graces
which I have lost through my carelessness and folly.
Permit me to attain the degree of merit and perfection
to which Thou didst desire to lead me,
and which I failed by my unfaithfulness to reach.
Mercifully grant also that others regain the graces
which they have lost through my fault.
This I humbly beg through the merits
of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
and Immaculate Virgin Mary.
Amen.
Where did this prayer come from? Prayer for Grace
The Prayer for Grace, also known as the Act of Contrition, is a Catholic prayer seeking forgiveness for sins and asking God for the grace to avoid sin in the future.
The prayer has its roots in the early Christian tradition, where believers would confess their sins to God and seek forgiveness and renewal through prayer.
Over time, the prayer evolved and became a central component of Catholic devotions, emphasizing the importance of seeking God’s mercy and grace in all aspects of life.
The prayer acknowledges our human weaknesses and the ways in which we fall short of God’s perfect standards, but also expresses faith in God’s willingness to forgive and grant us the strength to do better.
Today, the Prayer for Grace remains an important part of Catholic tradition and devotion, providing comfort and guidance for those seeking to live a life of faith and righteousness. It is also a reminder of the Catholic Church’s emphasis on repentance and the continual need for spiritual renewal and growth.
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