Anger

What are the effects of anger?

Genesis 27:41-43

Anger isolates us from others.

Psalm 37:8; James 1:19-20

Anger produces ungodliness and evil motives in us.

1 Samuel 20:30-31

Anger blinds us to what is really good and right. Saul’s jealous anger blinded him to the fact that God had already chosen David to be the next king because of his godly character.

Genesis 4:1-12

Anger in its strongest form can lead to murder.

Proverbs 15:1

Anger leads to conflict and arguments.

When we are angry, what should we avoid?

2 Corinthians 2:5-7; Ephesians 6:4

Avoid discipline in the heat of anger.

James 3:5

Avoid speaking your mind when you are angry. You are bound to say something you will regret.

1 Samuel 19:9-10

Avoid acting on impulse in the heat of anger. You are bound to do something you will regret.

We all get angry at times, so what should we do about it?

Ephesians 4:26

Anger is like a skunk in the house. Don’t feed it to encourage it to stay. And try to get rid of it as soon as possible.

Matthew 5:21-26

Confront those with whom you are angry in order to restore your relationship.

1 Corinthians 13:5

Love is the mightiest weapon in overcoming anger.