Daniel 8 & 9

So again more dreams, visions, interpretations, messages from Gabriel, etc. that I don't understand. Dang it.

God help me to understand what these verses mean and how to apply them in my life.

In chapter 9 Daniel offers up a prayer for the city of Jerusalem. The city has been devastated by the destruction of the Lord and they have remained sinful. Towards the end of the prayer after thankfulness and tons of confession Daniel says, "We do not make requests of you because we are righteous, but because of your great mercy. Lord, listen! Lord, forgive! Lord, hear and act! For your sake, my God, do not delay, becas your city and your people bear your Name."
How interesting is that? I wonder if I pray and make requests because I think I am righteous? Probably. I need to keep this in my heart.