From one of my devotions today.(ANGER SOLVES NOTHING) Love the book of James. This one is always a good one to be reminded of..... ANGER SOLVES NOTHING “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” James 1:19-20 The author is James, the brother of Jesus. His audience is the 12 tribes scattered among the nations” (James 1:1). The letter isn’t theological in content, but rather a list of admonitions or warnings to the embraced by Jewish believers. Referring to the text, it is amazing how many of us “Christians” can praise the Lord in church and curse someone who cuts us off on the road home after service. Why is it that we become so easily angered at the least little provocation? What sets us off? Acting rashly doesn’t serve any good purpose yet I do it as well as I’m sure most of you do as well from time to time. What are we missing in our walk with the Lord that causes a flip flop in our demeanor so readily? I wish I knew. The fact remains that misplaced anger doesn’t produce the righteous character that God desires us to exhibit. Even when our anger is justified, we are to remain calm and remain focused on our Lord. If we are quick to listen AND hear and slow to speak we may avoid many an encounter with anger. Anger, when unleashed, can lead to the use of profanity, which we tend to regret later. Things said and done in anger bring about unwanted consequences. You should consider yourself in a constant state of training as you walk with the Lord. Think before you speak.
Posted on: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 15:11:11 +0000