Sermon Cloud

"You have heard that it was said that to the people long ago, 'Do not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.' But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, 'Raca, is answerable to the Sanhedrin.' But anyone who says, 'You fool!' will be in danger of the fire of hell." Matthew 5:21-22

"But now you must rid yourselves of all such thing as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips." Colossians 3:8

"In your anger do not sin..." Ephesians 4:26

What's your anger style?
1) Trash compactor
2) Intimidator
3) The Prosecuting Attorney
4) Stealth Bomber

"See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many." Hebrews 12:15

I. The Consequences of Aged Anger

* Aged Anger has physical consequences
"A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones." Proverbs 17:22

* Aged Anger has emotional consequences
"A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man displays folly." Proverbs 14:29

* Aged Anger has relational consequences
* Aged Anger has spiritual consequences
"See to it that no one misses the grace of God..." Hebrews 12:15

II. The Cure of Aged Anger

* Comprehend the offense
* Grieve over the loss
* Release the offender
* Embrace the good

Recognize I'm Angry
Acknowledge the reason
Choose my attitude
Alter my ego