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When Bruce Banner gets mad, he turns into The Hulk. He can't help it. His emotions start to run wild, and he turns into a big, green monster who smashes anyone and anything around him. At least, that's how it was for a long time.

After a while, Bruce realized that with practice, time, and research, he could control his anger. Now, when he turns into The Hulk, he's able to stay in charge, think clearly and even talk normally. It wasn't easy, but The Hulk got his temper under control.

A lot of us could use that sort of transformation — a way to make sure we don't hurt people when we get upset. We don't want to lash out or say hurtful things when we get mad, but it feels impossible to stay in control when our temper runs away from us. What can we do?

God makes a promise in today's Scripture reading that's important to remember: you're never tempted beyond what you can handle. It is possible to stay in control when you get mad. There is always a way out of whatever temptation you're facing.

Now is a great time to start practicing how you're going to stay in control the next time you get angry. It's a lot easier to come up with a plan now, when you're level headed, than it will be later. Ask God for help in putting together a strategy for dealing with your anger. You won't be disappointed with the results.