“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires. Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you.” (James 1:19-21)
This passage asks us to be slow to get angry. I am still trying to live God’s Word in my everyday life, especially regarding how I relate with my brother. Although we love each other, we fight too. When there is a disagreement or someone is hurt by another person’s actions towards them, my mom, brother, and I discuss the situation on our way to school in the morning. We take turns listening and sharing our side of the story. We then apologize to each other for what we did, either knowingly or unknowingly. This practice helps us not to hold grudges or have a bad day because we are angry at each other.
James is also saying that we should humbly accept the Word planted in our hearts, which can save us. For a couple of years, I have started my morning by having quiet time. This practice helps me focus on God from the start of the day. On the way to school, my mom, brother, and I discuss the devotional we read and look for ways to show what we learned during the day. We need God to live out James 1:19-21. I pray God helps you and me to obey Him always. Amen.
For Reflection:
- What routines or practices can you establish to ensure that you do not hold grudges or hang on to anger throughout your day? How do you think God’s Word “planted in you” can impact your ability to become slow to anger?
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