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Welcome to the church of Pentecost audio devotional. It’s the Thursday July 28, 2022 edition. Topic: Handling Your Emotions – Anger. Scripture References: Ephesians chapter 4 verse 25 to 32; James chapter 5 verse 19 to 20. Exposition: The Apostle James in the scripture above admonishes that we should be slow to become angry. As much as possible, let us make excuses for others in order not to be easily angered because as the scripture says, “a man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.” Once in a while, someone or something or a situation can make you annoyed, displeased or even hostile. Instead of venting your spleen with harsh words and actions resulting in guilt and shame, we should rather turn to God for assistance on how to effectively deal with the emotion of anger. In our anger, we are most likely to sin or do things that do not glorify God. Ephesians chapter 4 verse 26 specifically instructs us not to sin when we are angry. In Genesis chapter 4 verse 1 to 10, Cain murdered his brother because he was angry and jealous. Also in Exodus chapter 32 verse 19, Moses broke the tablet because he was angered by the image of the golden calf the people of Israel had erected. Moreover, First Samuel chapter 18 verse 6 to 15 reveals that Saul became angry at David because he was provoked by the songs of the Israelite women. He then decided to pursue and kill David. Anger indeed doesn’t produce the righteous life that God desires. When you are angry: It’s okay to admit that you are angry Make up your mind to forgive. Refrain from thinking about the offense. Pray to God to help you deal with the feeling of anger. Prayer Guide: Father, help me to exercise restraint when I am angry. Our Memory Verse For This Week: Philippians chapter 4 verse 8: Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. Let’s go over it again: Philippians chapter 4 verse 8: Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. Thank you for listening. Do have a blessed day!