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Psalm 107:22 Let them also offer sacrifices of thanksgiving, And tell of His works with joyful singing. Hymns Invitation Red Songbook - Supplemental

Be Angry Without Sin Psalm 4 Psalms – we are studying the Psalms because: 1. We are commanded to sing them; 2. We are commanded to bring them to each other (1 Cor. 14:26); 3. They teach us about the Kingdom (Acts 13:33) Psalm 4

Psalms of Persecution Many Psalms are prayers for relief - Against tribulations - Against persecution We are able to make these our own In this psalm the eternal king is part of the conversation. He is established by God, and set on the Holy Hill of Zion. The Kingdom too is present, as that which overcomes the nations

Psalms of Persecution Solutions to troubles of men - Offer the sacrifices of righteousness (vs. 5) - Call on the Lord (vs. 3) - Trust in God (vs. 5) - Do not sin in your anger In this psalm the eternal king is part of the conversation. He is established by God, and set on the Holy Hill of Zion. The Kingdom too is present, as that which overcomes the nations

Psalms of Persecution "Be angry, and do not sin": do not let the sun go down on your wrath, nor give place to the devil. Ephesians 4:26-27 Solutions to troubles of men - Offer the sacrifices of righteousness (vs. 5) - Call on the Lord (vs. 3) - Trust in God (vs. 5) - Do not sin in your anger In this psalm the eternal king is part of the conversation. He is established by God, and set on the Holy Hill of Zion. The Kingdom too is present, as that which overcomes the nations

Two Forms of Anger Orge – the emotional condition of anger Deep seated, long lasting Thumos – the agitated condition of anger Volatile, outbursts of wrath

The New Testament on Anger "But I say to you that everyone who is angry with his brother shall be guilty before the court; and whoever says to his brother, 'You good-for-nothing,' shall be guilty before the supreme court; and whoever says, 'You fool,' shall be guilty enough to go into the fiery hell.” Matthew 5:22

The New Testament on Anger For I am afraid that perhaps when I come I may find you to be not what I wish and may be found by you to be not what you wish; that perhaps there will be strife, jealousy, angry tempers, disputes, slanders, gossip, arrogance, disturbances; 2 Corinthians 12:20

The New Testament on Anger Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: …. enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions, …and things like these, of which I forewarn you, just as I have forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. Galatians 5:19-21

The New Testament on Anger Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Ephesians 4:31

The New Testament on Anger But now you also, put them all aside: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive speech from your mouth Colossians 3:8

The New Testament on Anger This you know, my beloved brethren. But everyone must be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger; for the anger of man does not achieve the righteousness of God. James 1:19-20

The Danger of Anger ANGER is worldly ANGER is a doorway to sin Psalm 37:8 Cease from anger and forsake wrath; do not fret; it leads only to evildoing.

The Danger of Anger ANGER is worldly ANGER is a doorway to sin ANGER is associated with: Strife, jealousy, disputes, gossip, arrogance, disturbances, wrath, malice, slander, abusive speech, immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, enmities, dissensions, factions, envying

The Danger of Anger ANGER is worldly ANGER is a doorway to sin ANGER is associated with many sins ANGER is the emotion of fools Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, for anger resides in the bosom of fools. Ecclesiastes 7:9 Pr 14:17 ¶ A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And a man of wicked intentions is hated.

The Danger of Anger ANGER is worldly ANGER is a doorway to sin ANGER is associated with many sins ANGER is the emotion of fools A man of great wrath will suffer punishment; for if you rescue him, you will have to do it again Proverb 19:19 Pr 14:17 ¶ A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And a man of wicked intentions is hated.

Overcoming Anger Works of the Flesh Fruits of the Spirit are overcome by Fruits of the Spirit

Overcoming Anger For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh….. but the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Galatians 5:17,22

Overcoming Anger Self-Control Patience Forgiveness Humility

Choosing God or Choosing Anger Returning to Psalm 4 Choosing God or Choosing Anger Results of asking God for help - He will put gladness in your heart - You may lie down in peace - You dwell in safety W

What Must I Do To Be Saved Hear……………………………..……….…….Romans 10:17 Believe……………..………………………..……Mark 16:16 Confess………………..…………………..……Romans 10:9 Repent..…………………..………………………….Acts 2:38 Being Baptized…………………………….....1 Peter 3:21 Stay Faithful..….....……………………..Revelation 2:11