Heavenly Father, Lord, I come before You acknowledging Your sovereignty and the gifts You have entrusted to me. I reflect on the warning in Your Word from Matthew 25:26, where the unfaithful servant was called wicked and lazy for hiding what he was given. I pray, Lord, that You never let me be a worthless servant who shrinks back in fear, resents Your calling, or squanders the time and talents You have blessed me with. Forgive me for my moments of idleness, fear, or spiritual neglect. I surrender my life, my resources, and my will completely into Your hands. Protect my soul, and grant me the grace and strength to use everything You have given me to further Your kingdom. Fill me with a burning desire to serve You, love others, and bear good fruit. Deliver me from the grip of darkness and protect me from the torment of spending eternity separated from You. Instead of facing the doom of the unfaithful, I ask that You guide my steps so that, when my time comes to give an account, I may hear You say, "Well done, good and faithful servant." In the holy and precious name of Jesus, I pray. Amen