Steps to Dealing with Anger
A. Acknowledge that you have been totally forgiven. God saved you by grace––not because you deserved it. He has freely offered His forgiveness your entire life.
B. Confess your anger to the Lord. Recognize that your attitude has not been right. Be specific in describing your hostility and resentment.
C. Recognize that unforgiveness is sin. Honestly admit that it is a violation of biblical principles.
D. Ask God to forgive you. You may also need to admit to the other person that your attitude toward him or her was wrong.
E. Lay down the anger. Through the power of the Holy Spirit and by an act of your will, choose to let it go.
How to Know You Have Forgiven
A. The harsh emotions you’ve had towards others will be replaced by compassion.
B. You’ll be able to accept others without feeling bitter, even if they never change. You will try to understand why they acted as they did.
C. You will feel thankful that God allowed the difficult experience to teach you more about the riches of His grace.
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