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What Does the Bible Say About Anger?

Scripture reveals that anger itself is not sin, but what we do with it determines whether we walk in wisdom or folly.

Scripture on Anger

Ephesians 4:26-27 New Testament
"In your anger do not sin. Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold."
Proverbs 29:11 Old Testament
"Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end."
James 1:19-20 New Testament
"My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires."
Proverbs 14:29 Old Testament
"Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly."
Colossians 3:8 New Testament
"But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips."
The Bottom Line
God doesn't forbid anger—He forbids letting it rule you, speak through you, or separate you from Him.
Try Today

The next time you feel anger rising, pause before you speak or act. Take three slow breaths. Ask yourself: 'What truth am I responding to, and how can I speak it without venom?'

Prayer

Jesus taught us to come to the Father exactly as we are—He invites our honest prayers (Matthew 11:28).

Father, I'm angry right now, and I'm bringing it to You instead of letting it spill onto others. I want to be slow to anger like You call me to be, but my flesh wants to explode. Show me what's beneath this anger—what hurt, injustice, or fear is driving it. Give me the wisdom to respond, not react. I surrender this moment to You. Help me choose words that reflect Your character, not my rage. In Jesus' name, Amen.

📚 Read Proverbs 15-17 for wisdom on controlling your tongue and understanding what anger reveals about your heart.

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