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Your Question:
Is it okay to feel angry at God right now?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with anger towards God, and I believe it's okay to feel that way. In fact, the Bible acknowledges that people have wrestled with God's hand in their suffering throughout history. Jonah, for example, was angry with God for calling him to a task that seemed unfair. The key is to recognize that our anger is not necessarily a rejection of God, but rather a cry for help or a desire to understand why God is allowing us to suffer. The Bible teaches us that anger is not always wrong. In fact, God himself is angry with wickedness every day. However, our anger can become sinful if it's not handled correctly. We need to examine our hearts and ask ourselves why we're feeling angry. Is it because we feel God has failed us or abandoned us, or is it because we're hurt or frustrated with the circumstances of our lives? If we're angry because we feel God has failed us, we need to be careful not to push him away or marginalize him. As I reflect on my own life, I realize that anger can be a complex emotion. Sometimes it's easy to recognize when I'm angry, but other times it can be harder to identify. I may feel angry when circumstances seem unfair or when I'm hurt by someone's actions. But if I'm not careful, my anger can turn into a stance against God. That's why it's so important to examine my heart and ask God to search me and reveal any lingering anger. By doing so, I can learn to imitate God and trust him even in the midst of suffering.
Sources:
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
christian theology
millard erickson
depression
edward welch
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