something notable we should know as christians: the major Emotions That Destroy mankind and everything good coming on our away is Anger and Bitterness. Every destructive emotion bears its own harvest, but angers fruit is the most bitter of all. Uncontrolled anger is a devastating sin, and no one is exempt from its havoc. It shatters friendships and destroys relationships and often hurts the one who wields it as well as its target. Anger makes us lash out at others, destroying relationships and revealing our true nature. The history of the human race is largely the history of its anger..Nor are Christians exempt from angers grip. After Jesus arrest Peter angrily denied his Lord: He began to call down curses on himself and he swore to them, ‘I dont know this man youre talking about (Mark 14:71). How many people have been turned away from Christ because of a Christians anger? We get angry when others hurt us, both by what they say and what they do. We get angry too when we dont get our own way or our plans and dreams are frustrated. Anger may arise in an instant erupting like a volcano and raining destruction on everyone in sight. Often, however, anger simmers just below the surface, sometimes for a lifetime. Like a corrosive acid, this kind of anger eats away at our bodies and souls, yet we may not even be aware of its presence... Bitterness is anger gone sour, an attitude of deep discontent that poisons our souls and destroys our peace.. here are some ways how to overcome or deal with our anger:The first step in gaining victory over unjustified anger is to want to get rid of it—and the key to that is to see it for what it is: sin in Gods eyes. Jesus warned, Anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment (Matthew 5:22). This means we must stop making excuses for our anger or bad temper—blaming it on our parents, for example, or claiming we have every right to be angry because of something that happened to us in the past. We also must face honestly the toll anger and bitterness take on our lives.They are our enemies!The Bible says, An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered one commits many sins (Proverbs 29:22). It also says, Refrain from anger and turn from wrath; …it leads only to evil (Psalm 37:8). Never underestimate angers destructive power.. second step—as with every other sin—is to confess it to God, and seek His forgiveess and help.On the cross Christ took upon Himself every sin you ever committed—including your anger. God in His love and mercy not only promises to forgive our anger, but to cleanse it from our lives if we will let Him. No matter its cause, commit your anger to God, and ask Him to replace it with the Holy Spirits fruit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). Notice: Anger is the exact opposite of every one of these. Anger flees when the Spirits fruit fills our hearts. Then take practical steps to deal with your anger.When are you especially susceptible to anger? Avoid those situations when possible—and when you cant, pray about them in advance and ask God to help you. When you fail, be quick to seek not only God’s forgiveness, but also the forgiveness of those you hurt. If you have been harboring anger or bitterness or jealousy in your heart toward someone—a parent, an ex-spouse, a boss—hand it over to Christ, and ask Him to help you let it go. In addition, discover the transforming power of forgiving other.Jesus said, Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you (Luke 6:28). . believe me You cant stay angry if you obey this command... may God help, bless and peace of the prince of peace be with you all, in JESUS name... AMEN.. peace!!!
Posted on: Sun, 13 Jul 2014 07:42:01 +0000
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