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Worry & Anger
Read: Ephesians 4:17–5:2
For anger gives a foothold to the devil (v.27).
There’s a children’s song that goes, “Don’t you worry and don’t you fret, you know God has never failed you yet.” The same God who delivered the Israelites out of slavery can be trusted to go ahead of us—never failing or abandoning His children (Deuteronomy 31:6).
But what happens when the…
Taming Anger
Read: 1 Samuel 24:1-22
The wise will calm anger (Proverbs 29:8).
“I can feel your anger. I am defenceless. Take your weapon! Strike me down with all of your hatred, and your journey towards the dark side will be complete!”
These chilling words were delivered by Scottish actor Ian McDiarmid as he played the role of the Emperor in Star Wars: Return…
Anger Management
Read: Ephesians 4:17-29 5:2
Don’t sin by letting anger control you (Psalm 4:4).
“Pastor accused of hurting man in a road rage incident,” read the headline. My first response was to think, As a believer in Jesus, why wasn’t the pastor more forgiving? Why didn’t he show self-control when provoked? Then the realization hit me that I’m equally capable of such behavior. There have…
Anger Danger
Read: Matthew 18:21-35
When the man left the king, he went to a fellow servant who owed him [a hundred silver coins]. He grabbed him by the throat and demanded instant payment (v.28).
When I read the account of the unmerciful servant, it’s easy for me to condemn the first servant’s actions (Matthew 18:28). But his actions aren’t as impossible for me…
Angry Like Jesus
Read: Ephesians 4:17–5:2
Don’t sin by letting anger control you (4:26).
What makes you angry? A traffic jam, stubbed toe, disrespectful slight, someone who didn’t keep an appointment with you or a surprise assignment that will take all night? Anger is emotional frustration. It often arises when our path is blocked, when someone or something is standing in our way.
Anger is a God-given…
IN-Arising Above Anger
Ephesians 4:26-27 encourages believers not to let anger linger but to address it promptly: "In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold." This passage emphasizes the need to resolve conflicts and not let anger fester. Like a wound that gets infected and then…
IN-Regardless of your Status, Happy Valentine’s Day!
Psst, looking for love? No matter your marital status—single, dating, married, or widowed—you ARE cherished and loved.
It’s the time of the year again where love is in the air, from the heart-shaped balloons at the florists, to the slew of rom-com on streaming networks, to the romantic slogans on ads bombarding our senses from every direction. Even if Valentine’s Day…
IN-Hope-Discovering the One True Source
Even the most dedicated follower of Christ is likely to experience moments or seasons of hopelessness. No less a figure than the apostle Paul wrote about being burdened to the point of despairing even of life itself (2 CORINTHIANS 1:8). Yet Paul explained that this happened for a good purpose—so that he would learn to rely on God rather than…
Day 5: He Is Enough
“Jesus spoke to them, saying, "Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be afraid." —Matthew 14:27
Sometimes we are overwhelmed by life. The crushing waves of disappointment, endless debt, job loss, or trouble with people can cause hopelessness, depression, or despair. It happened Jesus' first followers. It has happened to me.
Three statements by the Lord beginning with the words…
Day 4 : The Cross Speaks
“Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures ... He was buried, and ... He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.” —1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Crosses decorate church steeples and designate burial places. Sometimes they mark the spot where people died in motorway accidents. They are also worn as jewellery.
Crosses remind people of Jesus Christ. I was made…
Day:3 Postcard Christianity
How long, O Lord? Will You forget me forever?.. But I have trusted in Your mercy; my heart shall rejoice in Your salvation. I will sing to the Lord, because He has dealt bountifully with me. —Psalm 13:1, 5-6
When my husband and I visited the Everest Base Camp the closest viewpoint of Mt.Everest, I expected to see some spectacular sights.…
Day 2: Why Go to Church?
Let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together,... exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching. - Hebrews 10:24-25
A college pastor called William was invited to preach in a city church. The service lasted 2 1/2 hours. When it was finally…
Day 1: Cut Off?
In my alarm I said, "I am cut off from Your sight!". Yet You heard my cry for mercy when I called to You for help. —Psalm 31:22 NIV
During Antarctica's 9 month long winter, the continent is engulfed in darkness and the temperature sinks to -82 °C. Flights are halted from late February to November, leaving workers at scattered…
IN-Facing Job Loss
Is Life Too Big?
"O God, Thy sea is so great, and my boat is so small."
This is believed to have been an old fisherman's prayer. It is useful for giving perspective to the complexity of life and our inability to manage it on our own. Is life feeling too big for you? There may not be easy answers…
IN-Trekking On When Life Feels Hopeless
TREKKING ON WHEN LIFE FEELS HOPELESS
Afew years ago, my friend and I attempted the relatively simple Helambu Trek in Nepal without a guide. We began the trip after conducting some research and loading the maps on our phones.
The first half of the trek went smoothly. We managed to reach our scheduled rest point for each day and were continually amazed…
