Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger...

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 19:01:00 GMT

I don't know how it started, but as long as I can remember I have been a man who is quick to anger. I don't like it. I know it helps nothing. I know it hurts much.

For some reason, I often find myself reacting to situations from a defensive “stance” when, in reality, there is no cause for such aggression (yeah,thats usually my style...aggression). You might imagine, this doesn't make a person's day less stressful or more enjoyable. Some days, it is just plain wears me out.

There was a message at church recently that seemed to strike right at the heart of this issue. It all boiled down to a simple message; “Let your only anger, be righteous anger.”

“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”

Ephesians 4:29-32

I don't think I will ever be able to just naturally feel this way...it takes a concious effort on my part even to remember the message some days, much less follow it. But, on the days I can manage to keep a lid on the unwholesome talk, I experience a much more relaxed and stress-free day.

What is this blog about?

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 05:21:00 GMT

If things go as I hope, I plan on letting my deeper side show on this site. I have had other blogs in the past, but the content I intend to add here really required me make a "fresh start".

In the past, I have blogged for profit, notoriety, or perhaps both. The sole purpose here is to share my "gooey center" ;).

So, if you are at least a little curious to see what I'm thinking, be prepared for some non-chronological yet heartfelt musings about my past/present/future.

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1.	to give new life to.

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Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger...

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