Godly Wisdom

     The New Testament reminds us not to let the sun go down on our anger. It may give the devil a foothold. (Ephesians 4)  Solomon rebukes the hot-tempered person and warns us to stay away. Anger must be dealt with and God teaches us how to become more patient, loving and kind as He transforms us.

A hot-tempered person must pay the penalty. If you rescue them, you will have to do it again. Proverbs 19:19

Do not make friends with a hot-tempered person; do not associate with one easily angered. Or you may learn their ways and get yourself ensnared. Proverbs 22:24-25

     Sometimes we want to excuse anger in those we love. All anger is not evil and we all feel and become angry. The anger may be justified. Jesus became justly angered when He saw the temple of God being used for evil. Abusive anger needs to be punished and dealt with. Or it will return. Anger can be damaging and hurtful.

     We have all seen or heard stories of increasing abuse. Anger can escalate and harm both emotionally and physically. If you are concerned about someone in an abusive relationship speak out. A relationship with an abuser can entangle and ensnare as the Proverb above reminds us. We can help rescue and remove those entangled in dangerous situations.

Father,

There is rampant abuse and violence in our culture today. Help us to rescue and help those suffering at the hands of anger and harm. Reach in and protect. We pray for the abusers that their hearts may be changed to follow You.

In Jesus name,

Amen