When the weapons of anxiety, anger, stress, and loneliness are being used to disconnect me from God, it helps to remember: Just breathe.
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Because of Jesus
I thought of Jesus, his short life on this earth, and the way he died. I thought of the relationship I now have with him, and I thought of the perspective it brings.
A Time to Speak, Part 1: Guilt
Many of the necessary components in addressing guilt are implicit in Christian community. Acceptance, forgiveness, compassion, and perspective are all necessary companions for this topic.
Black Love … For America
Black love has had to exist within the context of racial trauma. From the streets of daily life to corporate, academic institutions, religious spaces, and political platforms, Black people have had to live and manage their inner rage.
The Emptiness of Outrage and the Possibilities of Humility
Too many Christians today are trying to be like traditional fishermen, more obsessed with killing than with catching people alive.
For Elders Who Are Facilitating Gender Inclusion, Don’t Be Surprised by the Anger
Is every woman angry and hurt? No. But there is a great deal more anger and damage than you might think. So let me share a glimpse of it with you.
How (Not) to Lose Your Soul by November
It’s no secret that anger and outrage are the fuel that this particular car needs to get it where it needs to go. The question then becomes, “What does such a trip do to our soul?”
Jesus Is not God’s Stress Ball
It makes no sense that we would be called out of our life of wrath by an act of wrath.
What Was Wrong with Cain’s Sacrifice?
Our speculation fascinates us because we will feel confident if we can be certain of the correct worship procedure that pacifies God.
Righteous Anger?
Is it good or bad to be mad? It’s bad, right? Anger is bad. Always. Paul says, “Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice” (Eph 4:31).
Shadow Stalking
I believe we haven’t done much teaching about shadow in church settings. Only with mature honesty can a true, peace that passes all understanding guard our hearts.
The Things that Make for Peace: Making Friends with Your Emotions
My anger is less likely to seek to destroy someone else than it is to seek to destroy me. That’s one of the things I’m learning about my anger as I get to know it better.