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Your Question:
Is it wrong to feel angry at God for this?
Answer:
As a pastor and a Christian, I've come to understand that anger, in itself, is not always wrong. However, it can be wrong if directed against the wrong object, such as God, or for the wrong cause, like personal offense or pride. When we feel angry with God, we need to examine our hearts and ask ourselves what we're really angry about. Is it because we feel God has wronged us, or is it because we're angry about how we've been affected by a situation? When we're angry with God, we're essentially saying that he's not good or that his judgments should be judged rather than trusted. This is a dangerous path to take, as it can lead to self-pity and even suicidal thoughts, as we see in the example of Jonah. Instead, we should strive to be slow to anger, just like God is, and to refrain from sin in our anger. We need to be experts in knowing our own hearts and to recognize that our anger often reveals more about our own hearts than it does about the situation at hand. As I reflect on my own experiences, I've come to realize that my anger often stems from a desire for control, power, or revenge. When I feel angry, I need to take a step back and examine my heart to see if I'm loving others or if I'm standing against God. I've learned that it's essential to put away anger and to release it, rather than letting it consume me. By doing so, I can strive to be more like God, who is slow to anger and full of love and compassion.
Sources:
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
christian theology
millard erickson
depression
edward welch
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
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