Biblical Answer

Is it Wrong to Feel Angry at God for Not Helping Me?

When faced with a situation where we feel like God is not helping us, it's natural to feel angry. However, the Bible teaches us to examine our emotions and motivations. We may classify our feelings as anger, but if we listen carefully, we might realize that anger is often a mask for other emotions, such as frustration, hurt, or disappointment. This is because our motives are often mixed. We may be distressed over a sin that offends God and harms people, or we may be angry because we feel affected personally. In the latter case, it's essential to distinguish between our feelings and God's character.

The Bible warns us against harboring anger against God, as it can lead to a stance against him. Anger typically begins by imitating God, making judgments about right and wrong, but it can quickly turn into a rebellion against him. When we harbor anger against God, we tacitly approve it, and it becomes a barrier to trusting him. Throughout history, people have wrestled with God's hand in their suffering, and some have harbored anger against him because they deemed him unfair or unjust. However, the Bible teaches us to trust God's sovereignty and goodness, even in the midst of suffering.

The key to overcoming anger against God is to understand his character and nature. When we meditate on the Lord's Prayer and make it our own, it's evidence that we're putting up a good fight against lingering anger. The Lord's Prayer teaches us to trust God's goodness and sovereignty, even in the midst of suffering. We must come to understand that God's forgiveness and love are not conditional on our circumstances. When we grasp this truth, it can surprise us and lead to a deeper relationship with God. Ultimately, anger against God is a sign that we don't trust him, and it becomes an opportunity to know him better. By understanding God's character and nature, we can overcome anger and develop a deeper trust in him.