Angry Spouse

As in any marriage there are probably going to be times when you thrust your spouse into anger. Why do we do this? That is a question for eternity.

However, after prayer this morning I suddenly realized something strange about the way that I approached God and prayer.

It was as if I had just gotten out of a fight or a “spat” with God. I approached Him as if he were an angry spouse. You know – “the cold shoulder treatment” or the dreadful “silent treatment.”

How odd of me. Why would I think God acts as human beings? Is He moody? Is He offended at something I said in my last prayer time? Did I give Him an odd look at church Sunday? What is wrong with Him?

I realized – while in prayer – that God is nothing like that. Why, after so many years of times with God would I treat Him as I have my wife?

There are times when Amber and I have had “moments” and we didn’t speak for a bit. Not too long – maybe an hour or two. But for the most part, we dont even fight. We have nothing to fight about…most of the time. I know that you will find this hard to believe – but, there are times when I can be a little difficult…

I finally realized that God does need “some time” to get over my stupid ways. He does not need time or space in order to forgive me.

So, may we approach God not as an angry spouse but rather and incredibly loving daddy who has never once shown us the cold shoulder and who will never turn His back on us….even if we are a little difficult to live with.

Matt

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