My eyes widened in surprise as my face flamed. Usually even-tempered, the hot heat in my cheeks was almost visible to me. I was furious. Oh, did I ever have a ready retort, waiting to roll off my tongue. I had never been so angry. Or hurt. I was justified, any jury would agree, God…
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Taming the Tongue, Turning the Heart
“My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life God desires.” James 1:19-20 I was angry. I was deeply hurt. Someone who did not know me said something hurtful and completely untrue about…
Taming the Tongue, Part II
“I said, “I will watch my ways and keep my tongue from sin; I will put a muzzle on my mouth as long as the wicked are in my presence.” Psalm 39:1 Last week we studied a bit about gossip, and how a Christian should handle gossip from others. This week, let’s consider how we should handle…