wHat is lovE mISsions
"LOVE GOD with all your heart
and your neighbor as yourself."
The Torrans Tablet
As a young girl, I did not often feel the emotion of anger. I would avoid conflict, be sad, confused, cry, or get my feelings hurt. When life did not turn out like expected, I was mostly easy going or disappointed.
As a woman, wife and mother, I am surprised by little bursts of anger. I still avoid conflict, but sometimes when I am tired, overwhelmed, rushed, or frustrated, I get startled by that feeling of madness. When life does not turn out like I attempted, I realize I have just snapped at my sweet husband or lost patience with my beautiful babies.
As I immediately regret it, I wonder where did that temper come from? I am sorry, so why does it happen again? When will I be able to handle hardships with peace in my heart?
As a follower of CHRIST, I want to be slow to anger. I want to get to the root of the problem, instead of feeling like a totally different person. When I am weak, then HE is strong.
As CHRISTians, let us save our fury for what really matters. I hate child trafficking, rape, murder, and the sin in my own soul. When I use minor discrepancies as anger, I miss out on gracefulness, forgiveness and thankfulness. But when I let a little bit of righteous indignation fuel justice, I can help change the world by finding a way to overcome evil. And that feels like love.
Person Prayer:
Please pray for Starla. She is a nineteen year old girl I have tried to help. Her live in boyfriend raped a fifteen year old girl and is now in jail. Both of these girls need JESUS.
Please pray for Starla. She is a nineteen year old girl I have tried to help. Her live in boyfriend raped a fifteen year old girl and is now in jail. Both of these girls need JESUS.
