Calming AngerSample

Let Love Drive Out Your Fear (and Anger) 

Whenever you feel anger, you can be certain that there is fear behind it. Adam and Eve felt fear when sin separated them from God. Shortly after that, we see anger appear in the life of their sons Cain and Abel. The Bible makes it pretty clear: the sequence is always fear, then anger. 

So, to really deal with anger you’ve got to confront the deep fears we all have of not getting the security, connection, or control we want and need. God created us to get our basic needs met in his love. If we are looking for our spouse, our job, who we know, what we have, or what we do to give us that perfect fulfillment, it will always lead to more anxiety and anger. Only God’s love can fulfill our deepest needs. Only his love can drive out fear and anger. 

Anger is a powerful force that, if we channel it correctly, can bring awareness to the areas of our lives where we are looking for fulfillment from somewhere other than God. It can actually drive us to seek his love.

Know that when you feel angry, there’s a fear that needs to be addressed. Use the signal of anger to help you see those areas of your life where you're living with fear and aren’t walking in the fullness of all God has for you. 

I pray this devotional has helped you recognize where your anger comes from, how you can bring it under control, and how to actually use it to get a better understanding of yourself and the deeper parts of you that are looking for God’s love. Anger doesn't have to run or ruin your life. You can replace anger with a deep understanding and experience of God's perfect love. 

This plan is based on the book Love Slows Down