IS YOUR ANGER IN CONTROL?: ANGER - RIGHT OR WRONG?

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Go ahead and be angry. You do well to be angry-but don't use your anger as fuel for revenge. And don't stay angry. Don't go to bed angry. Don't give the Devil that kind of foothold in your life. Ephesians 4:26-27 MSG

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Bacaan tahunan:

Thoughts for the Day


Anger: right or wrong? The answer is that anger is right ... but it can be wrong. Anger is God-given emotional energy designed for good. The expression of this anger-produced energy can lead to sin-but it doesn't have to. With God's help, we can control our thoughts and actions.

The Bible tells of many times when anger was a positive force for good. Moses' anger when the Israelites worshipped idols resulted in their repentance (Exodus 32:19-35). Jesus' anger motivated him to clear abusers from his Father's temple.(Luke 19:45-48).


Consider This . . .

Our anger can be a positive force as well. Appropriate anger at our children's wrong behaviors can motivate us as parents to exert firm but loving discipline. Anger against injustices and wrongdoing in our communities can motivate us to do something positive about the situation.

Our anger can also lead to sinful acts of selfishness, unkindness or even aggression. It is our responsibility to use our anger-induced energy in positive ways-even if it's just walking around the block to cool off.

The next time you feel angry, remember that it doesn't have to be a bad thing. It's your choice.

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