Why, my soul, are you downcast?

These days, my soul is often downcast. Why am I sad? Why am I angry? Why am I worried?

I am sad because this is not the country I once knew. I can’t count on her anymore.

I am sad because people will starve to death and suffer from preventable diseases because the US will no longer use its immense resources to help those in need.

I am sad because the government treats immigrants inhumanely and denies them the right to due process.

I am angry at the lawlessness, selfishness, cruelty, and deception.

I am angry because Christians are complicit.

I worry because this is only the start of his lawlessness.

My pastor said that emotions are terrible masters. There is nothing wrong with having emotions, but you can’t let them  control you. No matter what you’re feeling, God will meet you where you are.

Why, my soul, are you downcast?
    Why so disturbed within me?
Put your hope in God,
    for I will yet praise him,
    my Savior and my God.

Psalm 42:11

My pastor reminded us not to forget what God has done. Stay grounded in your faith.

Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.

Deuteronomy 4:9

My soul is downcast within me, Lord. But I must remember that I am rooted and established in your love. You are faithful. You will never leave me. Lord Jesus, you are my hope. You are the light in the darkness. Holy Spirit, restore my soul. Renew a steadfast spirit in me.