Prayer of Asking for Softer Heart

God my Father,
I come before you now with a request for a softer heart. Too often have I allowed circumstances to make me cynical, callous, and selfish. Then, finally, I reach a certain threshold and don't think I can take it anymore.  I'm afraid of continuing to be hurt. I'm afraid of being misused, abused, and abandoned. I'm afraid of the past repeating itself.

Lord, I ask that you take away this fear. Please soften my heart so I would better serve you and those you've placed in my life. Help me to live a life dedicated to you, one without fear of suffering and one where the trials make me better, not bitter. Please soften my heart, Lord.

In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.