Anger

If you have paid attention to any medical article or tv show , you probably know that anger can make you physically ill. Unfortunately, like any other challenging trait, it's difficult to overcome. It can be like an eating disorder, smoking or any other learned behavior. Yes, humans get angry. But, uncontrollable anger is a learned response.

Proverbs 16:32 Better to be patient than powerful; better to have self-control than to conquer a city.. Self control is superior to conquest. Success can be ruined by a person who loses control of his/her temper.

Proverbs 14:17 Short-tempered people do foolish things, and schemers are hated.

Proverbs 19:11Sensible people control their temper; they earn respect by overlooking wrongs.

Proverbs 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall.

Proud individuals often overlook their weaknesses and fail to foresee obstacles. They believe they are beyond the vulnerabilities of ordinary people. With this mindset, they are easily caught off guard. Ironically, proud individuals rarely recognize that pride is their issue, even though those around them are fully aware. Consult someone you trust to see if self-satisfaction has blinded you to warning signs. They might help you prevent a downfall.

Proverbs 29:11 Fools vent their anger, but the wise quietly hold it back.

Proverbs 8:13 All who fear the LORD will hate evil. Therefore, I hate pride and arrogance, corruption and perverse speech. Anger fits right in with these things. Pride and arrogance can spur anger and lead to corruption and perverse speech.

Ephesians 4:26-27 And “don’t sin by letting anger control you.” Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry, for anger gives a foothold to the devil. When I think about giving satisfaction to the devil, it makes me cringe!

Ephesians 4:30-32 And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live. Remember, he has identified you as his own, guaranteeing that you will be saved on the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you. Those who are unwilling to forgive, have not become one with Christ, who was willing to forgive even those who crucified Him.

That hits hard. We want to be one with Christ, right?

2 Corinthians 10:5 We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.

Psalm 37:8 Stop being angry! Turn from your rage! Do not lose your temper— it only leads to harm.

Psalm 103:8-9 The LORD is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. He will not constantly accuse us, nor remain angry forever.

James 1:19-20,26 Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires. 26 If you claim to be religious but don’t control your tongue, you are fooling yourself, and your religion is worthless.

*Bible notes (NLT) Put a mental stopwatch on your conversations and keep track of how much you talk and how much you listen. When people talk to you, do they feel that their viewpoints and ideas have value?

We should get angry when injustice and sin occurs, not when our egos are bruised.

Romans 12:21 Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good.

(Bible notes: By helping your enemy, you're not excusing his/her misdeeds. You're recognizing them, loving them and forgiving them in spite of sins-JUST LIKE JESUS DID FOR US! Sometimes forgiving someone can lead them to change their ways. Even if it doesn't, it frees you of a heavy load.

Have you ever had someone unexpectedly apologize when you're angry with them? Recall how you felt. Did it turn off, or at least lessen your anger? My guess is yes, because I also have experienced it.

Side note: Praying for your enemies works! See my blog about forgiveness.

2 Timothy 2:23-26 Again I say, don’t get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights. A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. Gently instruct those who oppose the truth. Perhaps God will change those people’s hearts, and they will learn the truth. Then they will come to their senses and escape from the devil’s trap. For they have been held captive by him to do whatever he wants.

Imagine you could help someone escape Satan's trap! Well, as Christians, that is our job!

Matthew 4:19 Jesus said to the disciples, "Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men."

Ecclesiastes 10:4 If your boss is angry at you, don’t quit! A quiet spirit can overcome even great mistakes. Of course there are exceptions to this.

If you are dealing with a toxic or abusive boss, I suggest considering prayer as part of your decision-making process.

Leviticus 19:17-18 “Do not nurse hatred in your heart for any of your relatives. Confront people directly so you will not be held guilty for their sin. “Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against a fellow Israelite [fellow Christian, family, friend, etc.] but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD.

Matthew 5:21-22 “You have heard that our ancestors were told, ‘You must not murder. If you commit murder, you are subject to judgment.’ But I say, if you are even angry with someone, you are subject to judgment! If you call someone an idiot, you are in danger of being brought before the court. And if you curse someone, you are in danger of the fires of hell.

I believe that here, just like any other sin in your heart, such as lust, etc. Jesus is meaning if you also have the intentions of murder, or if you would commit the crime if you thought you could get away with it, then you are just as guilty as if you had actually committed the crime. After all, we are only human. Thoughts can pop up without our control. It's what you do with the anger or lust that matters. If you plot , fantasize or dwell on it, that is the same as committing the crime. If you have an angry thought , quickly ask for forgiveness ,pray for strength and grace and move on.

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