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Mastering Anger: When Emotions Challenge Your Faith
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Ever felt so angry you couldn't see straight? That white-hot emotion that demands justice, revenge, or simply acknowledgment of wrongdoing? We've all been there. But what happens when anger becomes something we worship—when our emotions become our god?
This powerful exploration of faith over anger takes us through biblical wisdom that remains startlingly relevant today. We begin with the heartbreaking story of Mamie Till, who faced unimaginable injustice after her son Emmett's murder, then walk through Old Testament figures whose anger led them astray: Cain's jealousy-fueled rage, Naaman's pride-driven fury, and even Moses' frustration that cost him entry to the Promised Land.
The scripture doesn't condemn anger itself—rather, it offers profound guidance on preventing this natural emotion from controlling our actions. "Be angry and do not sin," Psalm 4 instructs, before offering a beautiful roadmap through meditation and trust that leads to peaceful sleep even amid injustice.
Most powerfully, we discover how the indwelling Holy Spirit empowers believers to break generational cycles of anger. Instead of passing rage to our children, we can model something better—trust in God's perfect justice even when human justice fails completely.
Whether you're struggling with persistent anger or simply seeking to understand emotions through a spiritual lens, this message offers practical wisdom for letting faith triumph over feelings. Trust God, acknowledge your emotions, but never let them be your master.
Chapters
1. Mastering Anger: When Emotions Challenge Your Faith (00:00:00)
2. Faith Over Feelings: Addressing Anger (00:01:24)
3. Mamie Till and Facing Injustice (00:05:57)
4. Old Testament Lessons on Anger (00:09:16)
5. Wisdom for Handling Anger (00:18:52)
6. Psalm 4: A Roadmap to Peace (00:26:11)
7. The Gospel Solution to Anger (00:32:31)
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