>> Verses to Scan (NIV)
- Ephesians 4:26 “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry.
- James 1:19-20 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.
>> Websites to check
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- http://members.aol.com/AngriesOut/grown1.htm The AngriesOut page and other recommended links.
- http://www.angermgmt.com/measure.html Measure your anger level with a little self-evaluation.
- http://www.christianitytoday.com/cl/2000/006/13.10.html A devo from Campus Life Magazine with some great advice for handling anger.
>> Thoughts to Ponder
- Keep that tongue in check, girl! Read James 3:5–10 for some insight on how powerful our angry words can be.
- What did Jesus teach about anger and forgiveness? Check out Matthew 5:21–26 to find out.
>> Books to Read
- Be Angry but Don’t Blow It by Lisa Bevere, tips for how to manage unavoidable anger.
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