Praying Through Anger

Praying Through Anger

We all encounter situations that make us angry, and tempt up to become offended, bitter, unforgiving and even vengeful. These emotions are common to virtually everyone, but what we do with them is one of the most important decisions of our lives. What I’ve found when anger comes knocking at the door of my heart, and wanting to take up permanent residence, is to pray for the person or people until I can feel love for them once again. The next time you feel your heart moving in the wrong direction, head for the prayer closet and ask God to turn it into love. Keep visiting that place until you notice those hard places softening. What a great victory we win when we go into the presence of God, and come out more like Jesus. Now that’s something to pray about!