Mind Games...

I've come to believe that some of Satan's most effective lies have to do with convincing believers that God is angry, frustrated, and impatient with us. The focus is not on the loving God but rather the Holy God who cannot stand the sight of us because of our sinful nature.
While God is a just God who cannot tolerate sin in any degree, we are considered pure and children of God when we believe in Jesus Christ. So even when we stumble, God is not frustrated or angry and ready to kick us out of the family. Rather He will discipline us and love us no more or no less than ever.

Here's a song I've been listening to lately by Natalie Grant:

I have been a wayward child,
I have acted out,
I have questioned sovereignty,
and had my share of doubts,

And though sometimes,
my prayers feel like they're bouncing off the sky,
the hand that holds won't let me go,
and is the reason why...

I will stumble, I will fall down
But I will not be moved
I will make mistakes, I will face heartache,
But I will not be moved

On Christ the solid rock I stand,
All other ground is sinking sand,
I will not be moved

--I Will Not Be Moved

As believers in Jesus Christ, we no longer need fear the wrath of God. It is well-deserved, but Christ has already paid the penalty for our sins. As much as Satan might try to convince me that God is ready to kick me out of the nearest airlock (figuratively speaking, of course!) He is ever-patient, holding me firmly in His grasp. I am secure.