Emotional Health

The Bible warns against emotions  that are harmful and encourages us to cultivate those that are beneficial.

ANGER

BIBLE PRINCIPLE:  "The one slow to anger is better than a mighty man." - PROVERBS  16:32.

WHAT IT MEANS:  We benefit when we develop the strength to control our emotions. Although some anger may justified at times, uncontrolled anger is destructive. Modern researchers point out that in the heat of the moment, angry  people often say or do things that they will later regret.

WHAT YOU CAN DO:  Learn to control your anger before it controls you . While some people think that uncontrolled anger  is a sign of strength, we are wise to recognize that it is really a sign weakness.  "As a city broken through, without a wall, is the man who cannot control  his temper," says the Bible.  (Proverbs 25:28) A practical way to control your anger is to get the facts  before reacting.  "The insight of a man certainly slows down his anger." (Proverbs 19:11) We do well to listen carefully to both sides of a matter, which may provide insight that can steady our emotions. 

Next time: Emotional Health - GRATITUDE

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