When I am distraught I sometimes look to my scriptures and search out a topic. (Sometimes I have to fight myself to do this. Isn't it strange that we find it difficult to do the things we know may help us?) That is when I get sweet comfort in a verse - when I am searching with the intensity of need. That is also when I find myself more readily likening the scriptures to myself and seeing them as being written specifically to me. Like a letter from heaven. (Sometimes, I'll sleep with my scriptures like they're a teddy bear when I've done this.)

I also agree with the gratitude prayer. That usually warms up my heart.

Winter Rose