Anger

I just read a most powerful address regarding anger. I really hate anger and I find myself succumbing to it more often than is appropriate (never). As stated, "Anger doesn't solve anything. It builds nothing, but it can destroy everything." Anger is a powerful tool of the adversary, it is something that he uses to control us, to direct us for his evil purposes. There is nothing in this world more important than family and yet when we choose to turn to anger when we feel frustrated, tired, annoyed, unjustly served, etc... it damages our family in one way or another. I feel that I have worked very hard to overcome my weakness to turn to anger when I feel that I cannot control the situation and yet in speaking to my children the other day I realized that I have not done enough to teach them to avoid anger at all cost. Oh, how that aches my heart. The joys in this world are overshadowed by the anger we choose to turn to. What beauty and goodness there is in this world. There is great evil too but it is by our examples of love and kindness, turning away from feelings of hatred and anger, that will bring the greatest peace to our lives and to those around us. It has been proven to me time and time again when I strive to let go of my perceived injustice and focus on the love of Christ. I encourage everyone to read this wonderful address. Click here to enjoy such inspired words.