How Can I Be a "Praise Song" for God?

Today's devotional and scriptures remind us of the fact that Jesus was "tempted" on many occasions to make the pain go away! When difficulties and tragedies happen in life, I have to admit that I don't have the self-control of Jesus. I sometimes beg Him to take away the pain and give me His Peace. As I was reading today's devotional and scripture, I had to ask myself, "How can I - or could I be a 'praise song' in midst of the trials and tribulations of life?"

I pray daily for God to fill me with His Spiritual gifts: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness and self-control. After reflecting on these gifts, I realize that self-control is one (of several) that I am most lacking. Today's readings prompted me again of continually seek the Spirit of God to live within me so that I be a praise song for Him.

Will you share your thoughts and/or stories about how God has led you to be a "praise song" for Him even in trials and sorrows?