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  1. What a valuable group of Scripture to meditate on when filled with anger – thank you for sharing them!

    The verse from James spoke the most strongly to me this morning,

    “My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.”

    Listen first. Consider. And then ponder more… This feels right for every relationship we have in our lives-whether it’s with our spouse, with children, with parents or siblings or coworkers or anyone!

    • melissa

      And with ourselves! We are often quick to get angry with ourselves too! I’m glad a scripture jumped out at you and met you where you are! God Bless!

  2. One of my favorite verses is “appease an angry man and you will do it again… boy isn’t that the truth! But it can be so hard to stand strong in the face of a wicked temper.

    • Melissa

      Yes it is! I’m not comfortable with significant anger but I’ve had to be the moderator and calm influence during many therapy sessions and meetings. In each situation I have prayed for God to steady me. Thank you for stopping by Alice! God bless!

  3. What a great set of verses, Melissa! I was an angry child and felt rage on occasion. The Lord has quieted my heart and given me more useful ways to deal with it!

    • Melissa

      Thank you Julie! When we grow in relationship with God we are better able to allow our vulnerable emotions to be seen and healed so that it doesn’t get to the point of anger. Thank you for stopping by and commenting! God bless!

  4. I can so relate to hiding emotions because of feeling vulnerable! It can be very painful and detrimental, though. I appreciate your wisdom here and the fact that you provide these Bible verses to back up your wisdom with God’s truth!

    • Melissa

      Yes, we hide our emotions because we don’t want to be hurt. But the process of hiding them only hurts us more. Thank you for stopping by Emily and sharing your thoughts. God bless!

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