My prayer of lament in a week of pain.

"Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you."

Matthew 5:11-12

Sweet Jesus, YOU are my reward! My hope is in you. You know my heart. You know my thoughts, and ultimately YOU are my judge. You know I've been hurt. You know this week. You know what the future holds.

I will trust in YOU and keep loving your Bride. Do not forsake me.

Please...stay close to my heart, sweet Jesus.