If no one has told you yet, let me be the one: God isn’t the angry, critical father He’s been made out to be. He’s not the reason for your pain, and He’s not waiting to punish you for being imperfect. Through Jesus, He revealed exactly who He is: full of unfailing love and faithfulness. Today, may you experience the peace, joy, and strength that come from knowing you and God are not at odds. (See Colossians 1v20 and John 1v14.)