Series: The Inheritance of the Saints
The Land of the Emotions: Part 1 — Post 13 of 35
Ruled or Ruling?
Emotions are not the enemy. God created them. But when emotions lead, they can become powerful saboteurs of spiritual life.
The children of Israel were tossed like waves by emotion—fear when Pharaoh approached, despair when water ran out, rage when things didn’t go their way. Their emotions often overruled their obedience.
God never said we wouldn’t feel—but He did command us to believe. And faith does not follow feelings. It holds fast to truth.
Jesus felt deeply—He wept, rejoiced, groaned in His spirit. But He was never led by emotion. His feelings were submitted to the Father’s will.
To possess the land of the emotions is to stop letting circumstances dictate your peace. It is to stop riding the roller-coaster of moods, and instead anchor your soul in Christ.
Scripture commands: “Let not your heart be troubled.” (John 14:1) That means you have a choice.
The spirit is meant to rule the soul—not the other way around. Emotions are wonderful servants, but terrible masters.
It’s not about suppression—it’s about surrender. Bring every feeling to the Lord. Pour it out. Let Him speak. And obey His Word no matter how you feel.
The land of the emotions is conquered when you stop being ruled—and start ruling.
Let the peace of God rule in your heart.