Philippians 4: 4-6, “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with Thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (NIV)

Philippians 4:8, “Finally, my brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- If anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things.” (NIV)

Do you ever have one of those days were you are uncomfortable, you want to stay in the shower because it is the cleanest location in the house, and sleep evades you except when you are visiting your in-laws and the Cowboys are losing in a terrible way!)?
Welcome to my day. It seems that gloomyness has been around every corner. Darrel and I have a way on checking on each other if a day like this is brewing. He will ask me "Hows your spirit?" This simple question helps me stop and realize that my mood/sttitude is evident on my face. So is there an issue that needs addresing or am I stuck in the blues? Fortunetly this question has had a dull effect. Not only does it let the other know if I am sad, angry, or ill but it also makes me stop and think about what is really going on. Thats were those scriptures above come in. You see if I am in need I am reminded that I need to take it to our Father. If it is simply a bad mood or gloomy spirit I am reminded of the things that I should dwell on.