Emotions, whether good or bad, are the product of the mind, will, and heart. Oftentimes they are expressed because of a lack of control over ourselves or our circumstances. Since every emotions is based on what we believe, and the loyalties of our hearts, we need new beliefs and new loyalties. So for those of us whose greatest struggle is with the root emotion of control, what do we actually believe. It would seem that we believe we are the ultimate definer of our destiny. And what do we actually value? It would seem that we value having authority and control over, and in, every aspect of our lives. And guess what will change that? Submitting to the reality that God is the ultimate definer of our destiny. And God is the only true authority, and He has all control over and in every aspect of every single human being's life. God’s control gives His people comfort.

(Isaiah 40:1; 15; 18; 22 - 23; 25 - 27)