IS YOUR ANGER IN CONTROL?: CHOOSE YOUR RESPONSE

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A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare. Proverbs 15:1 NLT


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Thoughts for the Day

Yesterday we looked at those of us who tend to hold our anger in, sometimes allowing bitterness and resentment to build. On the other hand, some of us have more of a tendency to immediately vent our anger This response could be described as "blowing up" or being "hot under the collar."

The Bible teaches that open hostility, retaliation and any aggressive expression of anger are not acceptable behaviors. "But now you must rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips" (Colossians 3:8 NIV). Aggression that explodes in thoughtless anger can hurt others and ourselves.

Consider This . . .

One step in learning to manage your anger is to describe your feelings. For example, "I am irritated. I am furious." Take time to think through and determine the best thing to say or do in responses to the angry feelings. Pray about it. Think about what caused your anger. Learn to give a "gentle answer."

With God's help, carefully choose the proper words and actions to bring some closure and resolution to the issue. Develop a list of responses that work for you and for the best of other people. It is at this level that anger becomes your servant and can be productive.


Living Free Every Day is a ministry of livingfree.org


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