This video is on emotions and how to handle them, but with a focus on anger. 

Our foundation is Ephesians 4: 25-30, which we will talk about later. Other Scriptures I mention in the video are Galatians 5: 22-23, and 2 Corinthians 6: 2. 

First, there are two truths about all humans: 

• • Humans can master their feelings and emotions. 
  • Humans can master how to respond to other people’s feelings and emotions. 

There are three things that represent triggers to every emotion and feeling we experience in life: 

• • Space. Every emotion and feeling happened when we were in some environment, which may be the root cause of what we’re feeling now. 
  • Time. Emotions and feelings connect us to a time in our past: minutes (hours), days, weeks, months and years past. 
  • Experience. The outcome of every encounter in a given space and at a given time. 

Be angry, but do not sin

Read verse Ephesians 4: 25, 26. 

First, anger is a feeling and emotion that every human being can experience. Second, we are members one of another.

Anger, as an emotion, if not controlled, can, therefore, affect our relationships:  

• • Anger erodes the way we connect. 
  • Anger disconnects us from one another. 
  • Anger distances one from the other. 

Do not let the sun go down on your anger

The above lines point out the fact that we, as humans, live in a given space, which isn’t empty. It’s filled up with people, and nature. It represents the whole world around us. 

In addition to space (the world) in which you live, the notion of time comes into play. 

When we think of time, we remember the past because of our present emotions that are attached to events from our past. That’s kind of how the brain and memory function. We remember things that triggered some emotion or feeling in us. 

Scripture encourages us to deal with anger (or any other negative emotion) not tomorrow, but today. 

Read 2 Corinthians 6: 2. Part of this Scripture says “now is the day of salvation.” 

Anger gives an opportunity to the devil

Read Ephesians 4: 27. 

When you think of the devil, according to the Bible, he represents: 

• • The enemy of God. 
  • Satan. 
  • The Evil one. 
  • The Prince of darkness, etc. 

According to John 10: 10, the devil: 

• • Steals. 
  • Destroys. 
  • Kills. 

So, if anger gives the devil an opportunity, in other words, this specific emotion can also: 

• • Misplace (or steal). 
  • Destroy. 
  • Kill. 

According to a lot of research, anger can affect you emotionally, spiritually, and even physically.

• • Anger can lead to heart and lung diseases.
  • Anger can weaken your immune system and make you prone to depressions and anxiety-related problems.
  • Anger can shorten your life. 

Signs of uncontrolled anger

Read Ephesians 4: 29, 31 and 32. 

This Scripture talks about four signs of uncontrolled anger: 

• • Corrupting talk. 
  • Failure to show grace and mercy. 
  • Bitterness at people and life. 
  • Inability to forgive others. 

When you find yourself in this situation, talk to somebody about it. 

How to control your anger

First, remind yourself that you are more powerful than everything you feel, including anger. 

Second, know that you are able to choose how to respond to anything that happens in your space. 

Lastly, but not least, deal with your anger immediately when you feel it. 

Now, it’s your turn

How do you deal with your own anger, as a Christian? Please, leave me your comment in the box below.