Gwen, I think we all need to hear this from time to time. I saved it. I hope I remember to look at it when I need it.
Carol > ----- Original Message ----- >From: "Gwen Tweedy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >To: <[email protected] >Date sent: Sat, 27 Sep 2008 12:24:44 -0500 >Subject: {dbilg} Re: Steps out of Anger devotional from streaming faithSept.27 >I needed this and think one always does thanks >----- Original Message ----- >From: "O.Addison Gethers" <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >To: "Deaf-blind inspirational life groups" <[email protected]>; <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "bsfm groups" <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >Sent: Saturday, September 27, 2008 11:51 AM >Subject: {dbilg} Steps out of Anger devotional from streaming faith Sept.27 >Saturday, September 27, 2008 > Print Article > Leave a Comment >Steps Out of Anger >by Dr. David C. Cooper >We all have to deal with anger. So, how can we resolve anger? Here are five important steps to get out of the anger trap: >Step 1: SORT IT OUT >Try to understand why you are angry. Remember, there is a difference between the normal irritations in life and a persistent state of anger. >Step 2: COUNT THE COST >One of the predominant causes of divorce today is negative behavior such as unkind words, abuse and constant fighting. One psychologist says that an angry >confrontation can erase 20 acts of kindness. The point is, anger can cost us dearly if we do not keep it in check. >Sponsor Ad >Step 3: LET IT OUT >Release your anger to God in prayer. Tell God how you feel. He can handle it. Then go talk about it with a friend. Or, even the person you're angry at, >if you can do it constructively. Whatever you do, don't keep your anger locked up in your heart. Repressed anger visits in a host of emotional and relational >problems. >Step 4: SET LIMITS >That means to control your words and behavior. God tells us to get a grip on our tongues: "When words are many, sin is not absent. But he who keeps a tight >rein on his tongue is wise" (Proverbs 10:19). Don't cross the line of verbal or physical abuse no matter how frustrated you get. Don't justify or excuse >such abusive behaviors. >Step 5: GIVE IT UP >As Christians, we do not have the right to remain angry. In Christ, we have given up that right. We surrender our anger to Him and forgive others as He >has forgiven us. When we forgive, we are free indeed. Free from resentment, bitterness, and anger. >So, as we walk today through the mine field of relationships replete with misunderstandings, remember the word of God: "Be angry and sin not. Do not let >the sun go down while you are still angry (Ephesians 4:26). >Dr. David C. Cooper >O. Addison Gethers >e-mail address : [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [EMAIL PROTECTED] >window live messenger: [EMAIL PROTECTED] aim: durangoadd64 skype: cowboys62 yahoo messenger: OADDISONGETHERS >----------------------------------------------------------------- --------------- >No virus found in this incoming message. >Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com >Version: 8.0.169 / Virus Database: 270.7.1/1688 - Release Date: 9/24/2008 6:29 AM > --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Deaf-Blind Inspirational Life Group" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/DBILG?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
