God’s Solutions for Today’s Problems #28
Our passage from the Word of God today is Psalms 37:8. It reads, “Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil.”
Our quote for today is from William Arthur Ward. He said, “It is wise to direct your anger towards problems — not people; to focus your energies on answers — not excuses.”
Our problem today is “The Problem of Anger in Your Life” (part 6) from the book, “The Guide to Biblical Counseling” by Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Ron Hawkins.
Today, we will offer some Biblical Insights on Anger:
According to the National Institute of Health, 7.3 percent (11.5 – 16 million Americans) experience “intermittent explosive disorder” in their lifetimes. This disorder is marked by episodes of unwarranted anger.
Genesis 4:7 says, “If thou doest well, shalt thou not be accepted? and if thou doest not well, sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him.”
Cain’s problem with anger wasn’t that he became angry. It was how he reacted in his anger.
At first, Cain’s anger was a positive response, but it missed the mark. Instead of Cain becoming furious with himself, his anger turned to deadly jealousy.
Anger must be ruled or it will rule. Uncontrolled anger quickly becomes destructive. When you invite God to help you identify your anger and take positive action, anger becomes a servant rather than a master.
Ephesians 4:26-27 says, “Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: Neither give place to the devil.”
Note that this does not say, “Never be angry.” Anger is a God-given emotion and, if handled well, will promote positive change.
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