God, I'm Angry! What Do I Do?
“Be angry, and do not sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent.” – Psalm 4:4
Anger is a powerful emotion. It rises when we feel wronged, hurt, or frustrated, and it can make us feel out of control. For Christians, anger can sometimes bring guilt—shouldn’t we always be patient and loving? But the Bible reminds us that anger itself isn’t the problem; it’s what we do with it that matters.
David, the writer of Psalm 4, knew what it felt like to be angry. His prayer shows us an important truth: we can bring our anger to God. Instead of suppressing it or lashing out, David invites us to "ponder in your own hearts" and turn these emotions toward God in prayer. When we’re angry, we need to pause and reflect. What’s really fueling this anger? Is it righteous—born of injustice—or is it selfish?
Once we’ve brought our anger to God, we must allow God to guide our response. James 1:19–20 reminds us to be “slow to anger, for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.” That means aligning our actions with God’s Spirit—choosing forgiveness over bitterness, seeking peace over revenge, and trusting that God is handling the things beyond our control.
When you’re angry, don’t try to fix it on your own. Take it to God in prayer. Let God transform your heart, heal your wounds, and help you respond in ways that reflect love and justice.
Prayer:
God, I’m angry, and I don’t know what to do. Help me bring this emotion to You honestly and lay it at Your feet. Teach me to pause, to listen, and to respond in ways that honor You. Where I need healing, bring healing. Where I need guidance, lead me. Help me trust that You are in control, even when I feel out of control. Amen.
