What does the Bible say about controlling your anger?
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The Bible teaches that believers should be slow to anger, restrain sinful wrath, and pursue peace, forgiveness, and loving self-control through God’s grace. James 1:19-20 warns that human anger does not produce God’s righteousness, while Proverbs 15:1 commends a gentle answer that turns away wrath. Ephesians 4:26-27 recognizes that anger may arise but commands us not to sin or give the devil an opportunity, and Ephesians 4:31-32 calls us to put away bitterness and rage, forgiving one another as God forgave us in Christ. Romans 12:17-21 directs us to overcome evil with good and leave vengeance to God. True strength, Proverbs 16:32 says, is ruling one’s spirit.
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- James 1:19-20
[19] So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger; [20] for the anger of man doesn't produce the righteousness of God.
- Proverbs 15:1
A gentle answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.
- Ephesians 4:26-27
[26] "Be angry, and don't sin." Don't let the sun go down on your wrath, [27] neither give place to the devil.
- Romans 12:17-21
[17] Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men. [18] If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men. [19] Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, "Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord." [20] Therefore "If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink. For in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head." [21] Don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
- Proverbs 14:29
He who is slow to anger has great understanding, But he who has a quick temper displays folly.
- James 1:26
If anyone among you thinks himself to be religious while he doesn't bridle his tongue, but deceives his heart, this man's religion is worthless.
- Ephesians 4:32
And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you.
- Ephesians 4:31
Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander, be put away from you, with all malice.
- Proverbs 16:32
One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; One who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.
- Luke 6:31
"As you would like people to do to you, do exactly so to them.
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