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Tag Archives: anger
Stirring Up Anger
I know a few people who are masters at stirring up anger. They know what words whispered to which person will get a fight started. Often, they walk away with an innocent look, unscathed by the battle they started. They … Continue reading
It’s OK to Be Angry
Here’s more Old and New Testament wisdom regarding anger: Psalm 4:4 (ESV) Be angry, and do not sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent. Ephesians 4:26-27 (ESV) Be angry and do not … Continue reading
Posted in 40 Days of Prayer for America, Constructive Thought
Tagged anger, Ephesians 4:26-27, Psalm 4:4
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Slow to Anger
Old Testament wisdom from Solomon: Ecclesiastes 7:9 (ESV) Be not quick in your spirit to become angry, for anger lodges in the heart of fools. New Testament wisdom from the Apostle James: James 1:19-20 Know this, my beloved brothers: let … Continue reading
Posted in Timeless Wisdom
Tagged anger, Ecclesiastes 7:9, James 1:19-20, Wisdom
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Anger . . . Let It Go
I see more and more angry people–in the news, on social media, just going about their day-to-day activities. It’s not my anger, but it puts me on edge. It’s nothing new. David knew about it, back in Old Testament times. … Continue reading
Discipline or Punishment: Motive Matters
This week’s discussion is on discipline and punishment. What’s the difference? Let’s start with motive: Love is the motivation behind discipline: Proverbs 3:12 (NET) For the Lord disciplines those he loves, just as a father disciplines the son in … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought
Tagged anger, discipline, Ecclesiastes 7:9, love, Proverbs 3:12, punishment
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Safety in Anger
Yellow-vested protesters take to the streets in France. They’re angry. “Many protesters say their purchasing power has dwindled so much over the years that today they have trouble making ends meet … costs have risen and pay has not.” God … Continue reading
Childish Anger
When my kids got really angry with me, they’d try to hurt me with their words. Our adopted children said, “You’re not my real mom.” My biological kids said, “I didn’t ask to be born.” Or the old standby, “I … Continue reading
Careful How You Wrap that Gift
Yesterday, I said time was a gift from God. Lord, forgive me for wrapping your gift in the coarse paper of bitterness and anger. Teach me to keep it wrapped in the sparkle of love and the glitter of … Continue reading