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Your Question:
Can I still have a relationship with God even if I'm struggling with anger?
Answer:
My friend, I can see that you're struggling with anger, and that's a heavy burden to carry. As a pastor, I've seen many people grapple with this very issue, and I want to assure you that it's not uncommon. In fact, the Bible says that anger can be a sign that we don't trust God, and it's an opportunity for us to know Him better. When we're angry, we're often standing against God, and it's a sign that we've made life about ourselves, rather than about Him. This can lead to a life of perpetual dissatisfaction, and it's a spiritual warfare that rages under the surface. But here's the thing: God is a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, and He responds to us in a very different way than we respond to others. He wants to put us in a right-standing relationship with Him, and He's willing to discipline us in order to do so. So, what can you do about it? First, recognize that anger is not just about the person or circumstance that's causing it, but about your relationship with God. It's about trusting Him, and it's an opportunity to know Him better. As you learn to control your outbursts, remember that it's not just about stopping being angry, but about understanding why you're angry in the first place. And when you do come to understand, you'll be surprised by the revelation: God is who you imitate, and He tells us to be holy, because He is holy.
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