”...don’t let the passion of your emotions lead you to sin! Don’t let anger control you or be fuel for revenge, not for even a day. Don’t give the slanderous accuser, the Devil, an opportunity to manipulate you! If any one of you has stolen from someone else, never do it again. Instead, be industrious, earning an honest living, and then you’ll have enough to bless those in need. And never let ugly or hateful words come from your mouth, but instead let your words become beautiful gifts that encourage others; do this by speaking words of grace to help them. The Holy Spirit of God has sealed you in Jesus Christ until you experience your full salvation. So never grieve the Spirit of God or take for granted his holy influence in your life.“
This is a volatile time, and we have plenty to be angry about. If you’re caught up on our podcast episodes, you know we’ve been talking about the rampant, unrestrained, unthinkable volume of child sex trafficking that’s happening in America. That’s something to be extremely angry about. Many -- if not all -- of us are angry about the state of our nation and states. We are angry about the fraud already being reported in the elections. We are angry. So let’s heed the Word of the Lord today and remember that all of this anger is a great energizing tool, but it’s a terrible master. These are days to have our personal lives in order and our hearts clean before God. We are the ones who should be examples to the world -- examples of love, encouragement and the grace that comes from our Savior Jesus Christ. Let’s not forget that responsibility, and let’s certainly not take His incredible grace for granted.
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