Fault Lines

And don't sin by letting anger control you. 
Don't let the sun go down while you are still angry, 
for anger gives a foothold to the devil. 
 ~ Ephesians 4:26-27.

So I've decided to blog even when I'm feeling fed-up and irritated as all get-out.  Feeling put-upon, unappreciated, unnoticed, and darnit--even unfed.


I know I'm suffering first world problems that won't cause permanent damage to me or anybody else.  But anger might.  Anger, if coddled, can grow and flow and fracture even the steadiest heart; leaving vulnerable places where the bitterness can grow and destroy our joy.


Jesus forgives me my fault lines, and gives me the power to forgive others their fault lines.  And He heals up the broken places that others leave upon my soul, and fills my mended cup with His love.

Make allowance for each other's faults, 
and forgive anyone who offends you.  
Remember, the Lord forgave you, 
so you must forgive others.  
~ Colossians 3:13