Emotions
Emotions are like flowers. They grow, bloom, flourish, and fade.
Emotions must be taken care of carefully, just like flowers.
Emotions are not inherently sinful. Yet, emotions, when they are at their height, bring you into a state of vulnerability: physically and spiritually.
Emotions lead to action, and therefore, must be recognized as a critical part of your life and health to keep in check.
Every new emotion you experience is an invitation into a new place in the heart of God. But also, every emotion you experience is a unique opportunity for the devil to play his hand in your life.
Emotions tempt you to act out of your feelings rather than your faith.
Faith lasts. Feelings don't.
Every emotion, therefore, should first be processed in prayer.
Part of living a life "worthy of the calling you have received" (Ephesians 4) is keeping in tune with your emotions. As you learn to be more in tune with your emotions, you will learn to be more in tune with the heart of your heavenly Father.
Ephesians 4:26-27 says, "be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil."
Be careful not to let your emotions be opportunities for the devil. Do not sin, even in the height of your emotions. Let your feelings grow, bloom, flourish, and fade, all while tuning into the heart of God and praising Him for the beauty of the flowers of your emotions.
In a season where I am experiencing a wide range of emotions, I am learning to trust God in the midst of them. Lean in. Grow closer to the heart of God as you pursue His plan for each moment of your life.
