When day to day emotions come, we should not always rely on what we feel. Feelings come and go, but it's important to not suppress them.
How Do You Reply to the Question "How are you?"
People answer, "oh I'm doing great" or "fine," even when they really aren't fine.
I'm feeling like:
Life isn't terrible, but isn't great
Everything is awesome and as should be
Sad, broken, lonely, with too much to think about
Fearful, anxious, don't know what to do
God hardwired us with emotional capacities and Scripture shows that God also goes through joy, grief, and righteous anger. Emotions aren't bad. What's bad is causing damage that can't be undone.
Recent research found that anger does not affect people's intake. However, fear, has been confirmed as a powerful manipulation force. For example, you might be persuaded by a commercial or a friend's advice to take certain health precautions or vitamins for your own good. Fear leads for action. What fears do you have today?
Inspirational Verses for You
Life isn't terrible, but isn't great:
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
Romans 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
James 2:19 You believe that there is one God. Good! Even the demons believe that—and shudder.
Everything is awesome and as should be: I love that everything is going good for you, my friend! It is good to seek God even when everything is going smoothly because we don't want to seek God only when life feels like it's crashing down. Here are a few encouraging verses:
John 16:23-24 In that day you will ask nothing of me. Truly, truly, I say to you, whatever you ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.
Luke 15:7 Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.
Romans 12:9 Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good.
Sad, broken, lonely, with too much to think about: When life is tough, what do you do? Where do you go for support? What if you are all alone? Sometimes we have no shoulder to cry on. Jesus, He is right there with you. Yes, He is looking at you reading this article, seeing what you are going through. His unconditional love was shown to humanity through the most brutal death in history. Dying on the cross and conquering death by resurrecting after 3 days, He proved that Christianity isn't just a religion, it is a relationship, a relationship with you and Jesus.
Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Psalm 34:18 The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
1 Peter 5:7 Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
Psalm 30:5 For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.
Fearful, anxious, don't know what to do: A person on average has 50,000 thoughts a day. Ever thought what you thought about? What you spend time on the most? Even if I command you to stop overthinking, you probably won't. Let go and take a breath.
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Angry: Anger clouds the mind; it can be compared to boiling water. You won't see still water until the vapor disappears. It's ok to be angry but remind yourself to not make quick decisions during this state. Ask God to help you manage strong/escalating emotions.
James 1:19-20 Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.
Romans 12:19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.”
Proverbs 15:1 A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
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