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Your Question:
Can I still have a relationship with God even if I'm angry?
Answer:
My friend, I'm glad you asked this question. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with anger, especially when it comes to God. The Bible says that we can't even hide our anger from God, and that our worst relationships with others reveal our heart before Him. If we're angry with others, we're essentially standing against God. You see, when we're angry, we're often setting up an implicit test for God, as if He's supposed to give us what we want. But that's not how it works. God disciplines us, and sometimes that can be painful, but it's for our own good. When we're rebuked by God, we should let Him have His way with us and allow Him to put us in a right-standing relationship before Him. But if we don't handle our anger quickly, Satan can use it to mastermind division in our lives. Now, I want to clarify that anger is not always wrong. God is angry with wickedness every day, and He's not arbitrary in His disapproval of sin. But we must avoid thinking of God's anger as being excessively emotional. He's capable of being holy and just, and His anger is not something He chooses to feel, but rather a natural response to sin. So, if you're struggling with anger, I encourage you to take it to God in prayer, and let Him work on your heart to bring you into a right relationship with Him.
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