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Your Question:
How do we choose between love and anger in our daily routines when we're feeling overwhelmed?
Answer:
Choosing between love and anger in our daily routines can be a challenging task, especially when we're feeling overwhelmed. As a pastor, I've seen how anger can consume people's lives and relationships. It's not just about stopping being angry, but rather understanding the root of our anger and learning to trust God. Anger often shows that we don't trust Him, and it becomes an opportunity to know Him better. To navigate this, it's essential to identify the root of our anger. We need to ask ourselves, "What are my personal needs?" and "Is anger an area of my life that needs to be repented of and brought daily to Jesus for redemption?" Reflecting on our needs and acknowledging our anger can help us understand why we're reacting a certain way. Scripture offers two paths to control anger: keeping our wits about us (James 1:19) and not letting it last till the next day (Ephesians 4:26). As a family, we've found it helpful to memorize Scripture together, like Ephesians 4:25-32, to diffuse angry outbursts. We've also learned to recognize the destructive nature of anger and its impact on relationships. Anger can lead to depression, suspicion, and division, but it's not a dead weight we have to carry. By trusting God and learning to control our anger, we can respond with love and compassion, rather than defensiveness and hurt.
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