RTW 2022

A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.
Proverbs 15:1

Oh, that I’d be prudent and consider my steps. (Proverbs 14:15)

Right anger: righteous indignation – anger over injustices inflicted on others
(Jesus when the Jews were selling in the Temple)

Even God gets angry. (Psalm 7:11)

Wrong anger: Passive, Explosive, Vengeful

If we want gentle words, we have to deal with what flares our temper.

Anger is usually a symptom of a deeper issue; we have to find the deeper issue.

• Dig deep and find the root of our anger. (Ask the Spirit to reveal it.)
• Deal with it. (Through scripture, prayer, good friends, and counseling.)

Not digging, not dealing with it gives the devil a foothold.

Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. (NIV)
Ephesians. 4:26b-27

“It is suggested that anger can be prevented from degenerating into sin if a strict time limit is placed on it: do not let the sun set on your anger.” (Bruce)

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Dig and deal with my issues, so my words will be be gentle.