Behind the Lines: Encouragement for Military PersonnelSample

Reckless Anger

Even the animals in the wild know the power that comes with bridling anger. Take, for example, the lion. Soon enough, everyone will know it is present and feel the power of who the lion is. It would make a fool of itself if it made a scene, scaring the prey off before apprehending it. Much in the same way, if we were to unleash our anger or rage in an undue fashion, what profit would there be? Surely there is a season when righteous anger is justified, but unbridled anger is reckless and foolish.

For some, approaching conflict like an unbridled wild animal is all they know. They scare off everyone in their path, including their family, friends, and anyone with whom they could develop a relationship. Today, whatever the root of your anger is, don’t allow yourself to become prey. Bridle those emotions, use them as fuel, flip the tables, and do not give the enemy any margin in your life to take authority over you. A bridled passion and controlled anger managed properly and used sparingly can have a positive impact on the world.

Heavenly Father, thank you for the power to overcome my emotions—even anger. Thank you for teaching me to control my emotions. Amen