EXAGGERATED ANNOYANCE

I can tell when I am being selfish, most of us can. One of my clear indicators is exaggerated annoyance. When I am being humble, as I should, the foibles and minor insults of others do not linger in my mind. When I am being selfish every annoyance is amplified. Instead of letting them fade away as a mature person should do, I take them personally and begin a running list. Once this has started a web of annoyance is spun and I'm the one trapped in it until I come to my senses. Father, You who are capable of all things, rid me of the sins of pride and judgmentalism. Grant me a greater portion of Your boundless patience.