Mismanaged emotions are a prime cause for alienation, separation, and divorce. What begins as a loving, trusting relationship deteriorates when suspicion and fear replace confidence and trust. Suspicion fosters possessive and controlling behavior.
The reason both justified and unjustified suspicion exist is lack of trust. Suspicion can be destructive, not only for the one possessing it, but for the one to whom it’s directed. Suspicion and fear inspire arguments and conflict.
The more suspicion is allowed to dominate, the more a relationship becomes dysfunctional. When Saul, the King of Israel, became suspicious of David, he tried to kill him. Saul’s fear was responsible for causing an inordinate amount of suffering and grief to David and to himself. God will heal fear and suspicion when they are surrendered to him without reservations, so trust him to do so.
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Lord,
heal me and I will be completely well; rescue me and I will be perfectly safe. You
are the one I praise!
Do
not be afraid – I am with you! I am your God – let nothing terrify you! I will
make you strong and help you; I will protect you and save you.
~ Isaiah 41:10 Good News Bible
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