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Your Question:
What's the best way to handle my emotions?
Answer:
As someone who has experienced the weight of negative emotions, I can attest to the importance of examining their final outcome. When I feel myself getting overwhelmed, I try to think through the consequences of my emotions to its logical conclusion. If the outcome is something God would condemn, I put a stop to it immediately. This helps me to avoid being controlled by my emotions and instead, make decisions that align with God's will. I've learned that it's essential to trust in God, regardless of how I'm feeling. When I'm struggling, I try to take my eyes off my circumstances and focus on God's sovereignty. I pray for patience to possess my soul and the ability to take charge of it, just as Luke 21:19 says. I also pray for the anointing of joy, as Isaiah 61:3 says, and for God's Spirit to refresh and set me free from negative emotions. In my ministry as a pastor, I've seen how emotions can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, they can be a powerful motivator for spiritual growth and repentance. Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 7:9-10 come to mind, where he says that godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation. But on the other hand, unchecked emotions can lead to destructive behavior and a lack of intimacy with God. I've seen this play out in my own life and in the lives of those I've counseled. By examining our emotions and seeking to align them with God's will, we can experience true freedom and intimacy with Him.
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