Don't Let Anger Control You

Good Morning!! Anger is one of the most common emotions we experience,..it really is a part of being human. Many of us have lost our tempers and lashed out, at others, ourselves,...and even at God. Some of us have silently boiled, in rage or frustration. Most of us would not even want to admit to being angry,...we would rather have people see us as calm and controlled. But let's face it; try as we might to avoid it, we do get angry. The good news is that we don't have to let it control our lives. The first step to ensuring that anger does not control our life is to admit that you do get angry. Ignoring anger, or the issues that anger us,  does not make them go away. Letting anger simmer beneath the surface, refusing to admit even to yourself that it is there, only leads to problems. It is important to deal with our issues as soon as possible.

Be angry, and do not sin. Meditate within your heart on your bed, and be still.—Psalm 4:4 (NIV)

The Bible encourages us to find ways to manage our anger. As we accept anger as a common part of life, it is vital that we learn how to deal with it. Pray for God's guidance in discovering where you are in accepting your anger and in making it your servant,...not your master.  click or copy the link to learn more. http://www.apa.org/topics/anger/control.aspx?item=1

"Nursing a grudge, has never made it better."

Lord, forgive us for the times we've been controlled by anger, and have responded to people with unkind words and thoughts. Forgive us also for sometimes just holding in our anger, and allowing it build into serious resentment, or bitterness. Teach us to better deal with anger, and not to be controlled by it. Amen.

 

 "Avoid evil! Don't be fooled into thinking that you know it all, go to God! "