You're cheating on God if you always want it your way. There is so much in here speaking to pride as well as to always trying to push ahead under my own power. "God goes against the willful proud; God gives grace to the willing humble."

"Get down on your knees before the Master; it's the only way you'll get on your feet."

Today, Father, I give this day to you. I realize that giving each day to you is my only answer. Without you, I am helpless in the face of this world. Without you, I am helpless in the face of my own pridefulness which only works to drive me deeper into trouble as I work harder and harder to face things on my own without you. Today, I give that all to you. The day is yours. I will not shirk responsibility but I will listen to you and, in all ways, work to follow your precepts and direction. May this day be wholly yours. Thank you for loving me so much. Amen