Are You Determined to Keep Your Promises to God?

Who hasn’t made mistakes or acted impulsively, only to feel regretful as the price for a foolish decision becomes evident. Acting instinctively to avoid an accident or to protect yourself is appropriate, but I’m referring to acting impulsively without regard for the after-effects.

Saul, the first King of Israel, would often permit his weaknesses to rule his life. When facing difficult situations, anxiety and fear would tend to override his faith. He would make promises God never required of him, giving evidence of his weaknesses superseding his better judgment.

God does not require you to make irresponsible promises to get through difficult situations. Ask God for insight and wisdom to manage important life decisions. God promises to hear your prayers and to answer them. When tempted to act impulsively, ask God if it’s in accordance with his purpose for you. Wait for his reply.

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You answered me when I called to you; with your strength you strengthened me.

~Psalm 137:14 Good News Bible

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Is It Possible to Consciously Dissolve Resentment?

Anger progresses toward resentment similar to a spark becoming a roaring fire, especially when deliberately nurtured and stoked. An offensive and humiliating comment may result in embarrassment, hurt, or anger, but what is there about us that permits an offense to upgrade into resentment?

For one thing, it takes loving communication, determination, and courage to resolve hurt and angry feelings. The majority of individuals are given opportunities to settle an offense but lack the courage to make things right. Feelings of inadequacy or fear permit anger and hurt to evolve into resentment. 

One strategy for banishing resentment from your heart and mind is to confess your anger and resentment to God and others. This must be done without blaming or passing judgment. Ask God for courage to end your resentment. Jesus said “Do not judge and you will not be judged. Forgive and you will be forgiven.”  This will work.       

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Patience of spirit is better than haughtiness of spirit (pride). Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, for anger dwells in the heart of fools.  

~Ecclesiastes 7: 8-9 Amplified Bible

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