Today I want to talk about worry. A friend of mine was struggling with worry and having trouble sleeping. I tried to give him some peace, and it made me reflect upon my own life. The more work you do for the kingdom, the more the enemy is going to fight against you. My experience lately is that if Satan isn't finding a crack in my foundation to get in, he starts picking away at me through my relationships with other people. Things get taken out of context and people make mountains out of mole hills. Just try not to get caught up in the moment, you are in control of your emotions and how you react to every situation. Love will always win, if you let it.
This is especially true with me currently. I'm learning to control my anger. I understand and deal with big issues, but when little things get blown way out of proportion I can get angry very quickly. This is my biggest conviction and I'm working on showing love even when not given. I'm starting to take a moment, and give a quick prayer for peace for them and myself. I wonder what has gone on in their life today to make them so angry at something so little. There is always going to be a battle to be fought, choose your words and actions with a calm mind. Quick, angry decisions are almost never the right ones. It only takes a moment to ground yourself and make a better choice. Do not blame your anger for your own wrong doings, no matter the reason for any of your actions, they are still your actions. You can not take back the steps that got you to your current location, but every morning you choose which direction you're going to walk.
-Adam
