If I came to you with my fists doubled, ready to punch you in the face, I can promise you that your fists will double as fast in a defensive stance, defending all my attacks, just to protect your face (See Muhammed Ali below).

This is what happens when we attack people in our anger, wanting to put them in their ‘place,’ to make them know they’re wrong and we’re right.

Never forget this: “A man convinced against his will, is of the same opinion still.”

“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” ~ James 1:19‭-‬20 #Bible

Our walk with Christ and our faith in Him is worth little if it doesn’t cause us to watch what we say and speak with grace. “…be slow to speak and slow to become angry…“

Dearly beloved, rumours, gossip, unkind remarks and backbiting don’t only injure the person you speak about but it makes you spiteful, and certainly not looking like one who models Christ:

“It doesn’t produce the righteousness that God desires. (V.20).”

When your temper is aroused and you tell those who made you angry a thing or two, you will have a good time unloading your feelings.

But what about the other person? Will they share your pleasure?

Will your belligerent tones, your hostile attitude, and your choice of words make it easy for them to agree with you and correct their mistake?

Will it make it easy to win them over to Christ or will they turn to be professional boxers also?

“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” ~ Proverbs 15:1

However, consider going with this approach, “Eben, could we sit down and take counsel together? And if we disagree with each other, let’s understand why it is that we disagree, stating the points on the issue at hand.”

Magic? I tried this and I found that the points on which my friend and I disagreed on were few and points we agreed on were many. Many times with a little patience, desire and open sincerity to address the issue but not the person, we can get together and help each other.

What do you think? Still want to knock them out? “Well, alright professional boxer.”

May your speech be seasoned with salt and may gracious words proceed out of your lips. May the wisdom of the Holy Spirit dwell in your heart as you yield to Him. Receive the sweet Spirit of the Lord, in Jesus’ name, Amen.

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