Psalm 25 - A Prayer for Defense, Guidance, & Pardon

We are studying the Psalms for the next few weeks at my church and one that really hit home with me was Psalm 25. When I prayed it tonight, this is how it came from my heart...

You are my father and my life is yours.
I am trusting in you.
Please protect me from those who want to take me out.

Guide and direct me father by your truth.
Give me faith to trust you.
I know that your character is to show mercy and compassion for those who need it.

I also know that you are good!
You are merciful and faithful to those who show humility
I ask you to lead me as I try to follow your ways.

I've fallen short and I'm sorry--really sorry.
I know that you are my friend and my teacher.
I believe that you'll protect me from those who hate me.

Father, I'm worried and cannot sleep tonight.
I feel alone and helpless.
My problems seem overwhelming.
I am hopeless and in despair.
I have no answers.
I've blown it...
Please forgive me.
I have no where else to turn.
My enemies are circling like buzzards.
But, you've got my back!
My hope is in you!
I know that you won't abandon me because I'm your child.