Reactive anger is linked to
the threat of losing control. As we live in a world defined by stress, becoming edgy
is commonplace. Anything that has the appearance of disrupting a fragile sense
of control is capable of bringing reactive anger to the surface. A hurried lifestyle
where stress abounds infuses a person with frustration.
The
short fuse of reactive anger may override rational thinking and permit
self-control to vanish. Living in a high-tech world that promises to make life simple
seems to be an illusion. It’s ironic that the more conveniences our world
offers, the more pervasive anger and frustrations become.
Keeping
centered on God’s purpose for you takes strength and courage. Proverbs 15:1 gives
us a model for responding to reactive anger: “A
gentle answer turns away wrath, but harsh words stir up anger”. It is the
power of God within you that gives you self-control whether reacting to anger
within yourself or responding to anger in others.
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But now you also,
put them all aside: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive speech from your
mouth.
~Colossians 3:8 New
American Standard Bible
Fools have short
fuses and explode all too quickly; the prudent quietly shrug off insults.
~Proverbs 12:16 The
Message
If you are
sensible, you will control your temper. When someone wrongs you, it is a great
virtue to ignore it.
~Proverbs 19:11 Good
News Bible
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