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| People get angry. All people. Every day. But should people who call themselves Christians feel anger? And if they feel it, should they express it? And if they should express it, then how, when and where? Good questions. We are made in the image of God. And God expressed anger in the Bible. God also showed steadfast or unfailing covenant love. Anger because of God’s holiness. Mercy because of God’s love. How do we live this balance today? REST STOP #1: Anger, Fear and the Kingdom of God When I prayed about this month’s theme, I thought I heard the Divine Voice say, “Well, what are you struggling with in your life?” Ouch. I didn’t have to think long. I knew where this was pointing. I was angry. I am angry. Angry at a thousand things. I’m angry at Hurricane Katrina and angry that thousands were hurt by the storm. I’m angry that my sister-in-law was killed six months ago. Angry about my job situation because of the heavy workload. Angry at the stress. And of course, I’m angry with myself for letting the stress get to me. I’m angry with God for making it so difficult right now. Continued... |
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