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Your Question:
What's the best way to handle my anger?
Answer:
My friend, I've seen a lot of anger in my years as a pastor, and I've learned that the best way to handle it is not to hold onto it. As the Scripture says, "Don't let your anger last till the next day" (Eph 4:26). When we let anger simmer, it can lead to all sorts of problems. Instead, we need to learn to control it, to not let it get the best of us. This means being aware of our emotions and taking a step back when we feel ourselves getting angry. But anger is not just about us; it's also about God. When we're angry, it's often because we don't trust Him, and it becomes an opportunity to know Him better. As the Bible says, "Be holy, because I am holy" (Lev 11:44). So, instead of trying to suppress our anger or let it consume us, we need to take it to God in prayer. We need to ask Him to search our hearts and reveal any anger or resentment that's there. And we need to learn to imitate God, who is slow to anger (Ex 34:6). When it comes to our children, we need to teach them how to handle anger in a healthy way. As parents, we need to be experts in knowing our own hearts and the reason for our child's anger. We need to choose the right tool for the situation - whether it's correction, rebuke, encouragement, or patient instruction - and talk with our spouse about how to consistently deal with our child's anger. By doing so, we can help our children learn to control their emotions and develop a strong relationship with God.
Sources:
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edward welch
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
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