Psalm 59:16

I am annoyed today. And I am annoyed that I can not snap out of it, which makes me more annoyed. A bunch of little things have piled on me and left me feeling flattened. Sigh. Do you ever have days where you just can not seem to improve your mood?

I tried to read some verses to lighten my mood. This action usually succeeds in reminding me that my perspective has gotten far too narrowly focused. What I read was not cutting it...until one verse finally penetrated my frustration hardened heart with a glimmer of light.

But as for me, I will sing about your power. Each morning I will sing with joy about your unfailing love. For you have been my refuge, a place of safety when I am in distress.
~Psalm 59:16

I read over this verse a few times and I felt a little calming spirit begin to come over me. I thought of the way God has loved and protected my husband and his health, and I am grateful. That is where it starts, right? With a grateful and thankful heart?

I am trying, Lord. I am trying to keep my thoughts focused on this verse and my heart focused on being grateful.

I choose to sing with joy of his power and love. He is my refuge and I am safe in his arms.