I didn't think he was angry, but I was scared to make him angry. I thought if I "stayed on the path" I'd avoid his anger - and, like you, I compared God's anger to what I'd experienced from an angry parent - not great.

I'm glad I've left all that behind now - found a loving, forgiving, gracious God - who asks that I also show love, grace, kindness, and forgiveness.

Thanks for this reflection.