The Men of Iron Minute
by Steve Glick | Director of Marketing Strategy
Turning Frustration into Faith
Life’s frustrations are inevitable. But they are an opportunity to strengthen our relationship with God, not push us away from Him. Through prayer, trusting in God, and a willingness to endure trials with patience, we can turn our frustrations into opportunities for spiritual growth.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)
Philippians 4:6–7 assures us that through prayer, we can present our requests to God, and His peace, which transcends understanding, will guard our hearts and minds.
Paul wrote that everything is worth taking to God in prayer.
There are not some areas of our lives that are of no concern to God. Whether good times, bad times, frustrated times – in every situation present your feelings to God.
Embracing our weaknesses and taking our frustrations to God can lead us to rely on His strength, not our own, and deepen our relationship with Him.
This week we tackle another tough question, Is it Okay to be Angry at God? – check out the conversation on the Men of Iron Podcast this week!
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