Friday, June 13, 2025

Considering the main focus of this discussion and the way negativity is characterized as offensive, I will proceed to examine authentic emotions such as hatred and anger more closely. I do not naturally experience feelings of hatred; instead, I often see myself as somewhat fragile or lacking strength in my overall demeanor. It’s possible that periods of solitude and deep introspection enable me to encounter a form of joy that feels truly meaningful and profound. This sense of joy, in turn, may foster a sense of courage within me. However, I believe that this joy does not originate solely from my own innate abilities or personal efforts; rather, I attribute it to the influence of the Spirit. If I were to claim that this feeling of happiness arises entirely from my rational mind or personal strength, that would simply be a subjective interpretation. I recognize that I cannot genuinely take credit for this emotional experience as a reflection of my own virtue or moral worth. Instead, I see this feeling as arising during moments of meditation, and I attribute it entirely to Jesus. Even if I find it difficult to fully articulate the nature of this feeling, I believe it is a gift from Him. A similar kind of feeling occurs in the context of holy anger—though I have not experienced such anger directed toward others explicitly. Consequently, the idea that such anger might produce holy desire remains a mystery to me. I understand that I have no right to claim this emotion as my own personal property, since ultimately, God is the source of His righteous wrath. Therefore, the anger and violence described in the Bible are not expressions of my personal emotions or feelings. This understanding forms the basis of my frequent assertion that the powerful declarations found in the Psalms are not based on my authority or personal sentiment, but are meant to highlight reverence for God. To disregard these biblical accounts would be to risk denying God's role in demonstrating His power and justice—that He is to be deeply feared—and that acknowledging His wrath is essential for spiritual healing. I emphasize that this is not a personal emotion motivated by a desire for revenge or personal vengeance. Instead, I see God's communication of His will through these expressions, and I support and affirm His righteous anger, without harboring any personal vendetta against His Word.

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