Coach’s Corner 13: How to Pray When You are Angry

Have you ever avoided prayer because you were angry with God? I get it. Wrestling with our emotions, especially anger, in our relationship with the divine can feel overwhelming. But here’s the thing: God can handle our raw, unfiltered emotions.

Today, I’m diving into a topic that hits close to home: expressing anger to God while keeping our faith intact.

Join me as we explore:

• The power of being genuine with God, even in our anger
• Practical tips for navigating anger in prayer using the “ARRR” method
• Inspiration from biblical figures who expressed anger while staying rooted in faith

Let’s journey together through the complexities of human emotion and faith. Tune in and let’s uncover how to authentically connect with God, even when our emotions run high.

Psalms of Lament:

• Psalm 22
• Psalm 44
• Psalm 60
• Psalm 74
• Psalm 79
• Psalm 80
• Psalm 85
• Psalm 90

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Jim Jansen – Director of the Parish Support Team, Archdiocese of Omaha