One of our natural responses to the pressure and challenges of daily life is to indulge in self-pity. Things may not be going our way in our time frame. A misunderstanding may occur, and harsh words are spoken. We assess that another person is having life easier than us. In these situations, and many others, we are quick to feel sorry for ourselves and sink into the mud of “poor me.”
Don’t think of yourself more highly than you should. Be reasonable when you think about yourself. Keep in mind the faith God has given to each of you. (Romans 12:3b NIRV)
God wants us to live in the truth about Him, about ourselves, and about our circumstances. When self-pity arises our first response should be to bring ourselves to God and let Him comfort and care for us. Then, in the security of God’s love, we can sort out if this is our super-sensitivity to issues that needs to settle down, a misunderstanding that needs to be respectfully talked about, or a problem that we need God and others to help us deal with.
My God will use his glorious riches to give you everything you need. He will do this through Christ Jesus. The Lord defends his people; he is kind to his servants. (Philippians 4:19, Psalm 135:14 ERV)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, When I face a problem or hear criticism, help me to take a broader view of the situation and not allow myself to fall into self-pity. Help me to stand on the truth of who You say I am and seek a solution which will bring peace and joy to all concerned in the situation that I find troubling. Amen
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