Anger is an involuntary reaction to a displeasing situation or event. When it is a limited reaction it may be considered normal. It becomes dangerous however, when it is stored. Stored anger causes us to be resentful and hostile with the urge to “get even”. The Bible instructs us “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry”. (Ephesians 4:26 NIV) Inner turmoil is the result of not obeying this counsel.
There is only one person who understands us through and through. That person is certainly NOT ourselves. That person is Jesus Christ who died for us, and who waits to be invited into our lives so He can forgive us, heal us, and lead us forward into peace and joy. When we are with someone and are feeling annoyed or threatened, Jesus knows exactly what is going on inside us and, if asked, will help us.
What does God have to say about my being annoyed, frustrated, irritated, or angry?
BEING ANGRY SAYS YOUR RELIGION IS WORTHLESS: If you claim to be religious but don’t control your tongue, you are fooling yourself, and your religion is worthless. (James 1:26 NLT)
HARBORING ANGER LEADS TO SIN: An angry person starts fights; a hot-tempered person commits all kinds of sin. (Proverbs 29:22 NLT)
Only God has the power to help us sort out the issues underneath our anger. God wants to help us deal with our pain. The first positive step we can take is to admit to God that we have deeply rooted hurt within us, the pain of which shows up in anger and rage. He wants us to forgive and receive healing for the offences committed against us. He also wants us to forgive ourselves and be healed for the offences we have committed against others. Let’s admit today that we have stored anger and then learn how the power of God can help us deal with it.
Prayer: Loving God, I confess my anger has been a way to suppress the pain I feel inside. Please help me to forgive others for the harm they have caused me, and to forgive myself for the harm I have caused others. I ask You to heal and restore me to new life in You. Amen
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