“For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.”
— James 1:20 (KJV)
One emotion that must be kept under strict control at all times is anger. Acting in human wrath almost always produces actions that we later regret. Scripture makes it clear: whatever is done in anger has little to no chance of producing the righteousness of God. If we truly want to walk in the righteousness of Christ, we must guard against hasty decisions fueled by anger.
Even more dangerous than acting in anger is allowing it to linger in our hearts. Prolonged anger opens the door to the devil, who uses it to plant destructive thoughts and intentions. That’s why Paul warns:
“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: Neither give place to the devil.”
— Ephesians 4:26–27 (KJV)
When anger is not quickly surrendered to God, it festers into bitterness, resentment, and even revenge. We see this clearly in the story of Absalom, the son of David. After his sister Tamar was violated by Amnon, Absalom nursed his anger for two full years. Instead of releasing it, he allowed it to grow until it drove him to murder Amnon (2 Samuel 13:28–29). Though the offense was grievous, Absalom’s prolonged anger only made him a vessel for the enemy’s purposes.
This is the danger of unchecked anger. No matter the hurt or injustice, if we allow anger to control us, we risk becoming instruments of evil rather than carriers of God’s righteousness. Anger does not fulfill the will of God; most often, it advances the schemes of the devil.
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, help me to overcome anger. Teach me not to act in wrath or hold grudges. Fill my heart with Your peace and empower me to walk in love, patience, and forgiveness. Amen.
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