2. Focus on Who God is.
By repeating verses about God’s character I’m reminded of who He is and His love for me. I start to feel His presence in my painful, messy situation, I’m reassured by His promises to not leave me, and give me the gift of His peace and joy right in the middle of my messed up life. His ways aren’t my ways but He has good plans for me and delights in me.
Here are some of my favorites.
I am not distant and angry, but am the complete expression of love (1Jn 4:16).
I offer you more than your earthly father ever could (Mt 7:11).
Every good gift that you receive comes from my hand (Jas 1:17).
I am your provider and I meet all your needs (Mt 6:31-33).
3. Remember Who I am to God
As I think about who He is, it reminds me who I am; His daughter whom He loves (no matter what’s going on, or what I’ve done). When we know we are precious and loved, it’s easier to handle life’s explosions and find some peace in the chaos.
It is my desire to lavish my love on you simply because you are my child and I am your father (1Jn 3:1).
I love you with an everlasting love (Jer 31:3).
My thoughts toward you are countless as the sand on the seashore (Ps 139:17-18).
I rejoice over you with singing (Zep 3:17)
Anger with God, whether white hot rage or the smoldering embers of fury, slowly corrodes our hearts if left unattended. It burns away our peace, consumes our joy and burns brighter and deeper the longer it lingers. It’s exhausting, driving us away from the one person holding the fire extinguisher.
Next time I get snarky with God, I’m going to tell him how I feel, remember who He is and who I am to Him. Will you join me?
Are you harboring some smoldering anger or frustration with God?
What would it look like for you to tell Him how you feel and why?
Take a moment to repeat the verses about God’s character and who you are to Him.
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This post originally appeared at NikiHardy.com.
