Managing another anger is hard enough. But its harder still because their anger often incites your own anger. What is the path of wisdom on this fraught and often trodden journey?
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Wisdom that Tempers Anger
The problem with anger is not necessarily the external circumstances that cause it, but the anger that arises from within. While it may not necessarily be sinful to be angry, it can make it easier to sin, especially if one is quick to get angry. Anger arises from a lack of self-control and a desire for power. However, self-control is better than taking control, and patience is better than being a powerful warrior. Anger is an issue of character, not just behavior, and it’s important to be motivated by a love for God and people, rather than a self-centered view of anger. The book of Proverbs offers practical advice on wisdom, but it’s also important to see it put into practice, such as by Jesus.
Proverbial Wisdom with Money in a Proverbially Foolish Context
Where do you go for financial wisdom? Tough to answer because many have thoughts on money, and we all have thoughts on their thoughts. But the christian at least has a foundation of wisdom to start from, Proverbs.
Foolish Words in an Expressive Age
In a world that holds personal expression (including that of our words) as one of the greatest virtues, self-discipline and restraint will naturally be held in lower esteem. We need to apply the wisdom of proverbs to our use of words.
Rereading Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport
Re-reading and re-orienting with Digital minimalism. some thoughts as I re-read this book.
Jesus as a Way of Life
Some thoughts on the popular book, “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry”, by John Mark Comer
A Verse a Day Keeps the Bible Away
Like reading this excerpt is not reading the post, so reading a verse is…. well, it could be better couldn’t it?
Horizon: Zero Dawn – Reflection on Themes, Narrative, and Hero.
Modernity retrofitted into a postapocalyptic (premodern) tribal world. A reflection on the themes of tribalism, impossible heroes, the view from nowhere and its subversive fulfilment in a Hero who actually did come from outside our world.
Work When You Don’t Want To
Sometimes work’s a lot of work. But that’s work. And you’re a worker.
Not Lazy, Just Need Some Help.
We might think unproductive people are lazy (other people of course). But perhaps many of us are simply struggling to get the skills we need in a world that changes so fast. We are not only seeking to be productive workers for our own sake but also for others. But more than that, we can help others do the same.
Bigvai and Shiphrah 