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Your Question:
Can I still have a relationship with God even if I'm angry?
Answer:
My dear friend, I'm glad you asked this question. As a pastor and a follower of God, I've seen many people struggle with anger, especially when things don't go their way. But the truth is, you can still have a relationship with God even if you're angry. In fact, God wants us to be honest with Him about our emotions, even if they're difficult ones like anger. However, it's how we respond to our anger that matters. When we're angry with others, we're actually standing against God. It's like we're setting up an implicit test for Him, wondering if He'll give us what we want or not. But God is a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger and abounding in love. He wants us to come to Him with our anger, not hide from Him or try to suppress it. When we allow Him to put us into a right-standing relationship with Him, we can begin to let go of our anger and trust Him. The key is to remember that God's anger is not like ours. He's not seething with emotion or prone to outbursts. His disapproval of sin is a natural response to His holy nature. But He wants to reason with us about His love and persuade us to trust Him, even when things don't go our way. So, if you're struggling with anger, don't be afraid to come to God with it. He's not going to reject you or turn His back on you. Instead, He'll help you work through your anger and come out stronger on the other side.
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