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One way to help yourself control your
temper is to remember God is watching you in everything you do, and
everything you say. So ask yourself, "How would I want God to
treat me?" In The Bible, it does does speak well of
ill-tempered people,
Proverbs 12:16
Losing your temper is foolish; ignoring an insult is smart.
Proverbs 14:17
Fools have quick tempers, and no one likes you if you can't be trusted.
Proverbs 14:29
It's smart to be patient, but it's stupid to lose your temper
Proverbs 15:18
Losing your temper causes a lot of trouble, but staying calm settles arguments.
Proverbs 16:32
Controlling your temper is better than being a hero who captures a city.
Proverbs 17:27
A man of knowledge uses words with restraint, and a man of understanding is even-tempered.
Proverbs 19:19-20
People with bad tempers are always in trouble, and they need help over and over again.
Pay attention to advice and accept correction, so you can live sensibly.
Proverbs 29:11
Don't be a fool and quickly lose your temper-- be sensible and patient.
Hosea 11:9
Israel, I won't lose my temper and destroy you again. I am the Holy God-- not merely some human, and I won't stay angry.
1 Corinthians 13:5
Love isn't selfish or quick tempered. It doesn't keep a record of wrongs that others do.
Titus 1:7
Church officials are in charge of God's work, and so they must also have a good reputation. They must not be bossy, quick-tempered, heavy drinkers, bullies, or dishonest in business. |
