Category Archives: anger

anger management

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Jonah 4 Jonah was a success at being a prophet, but a failure at controlling his own emotions.  The LORD provided a visual aid to remind Jonah that – to him, compassion is more important than justice.  Even those of … Continue reading →

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a wrath belt

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 76 This psalm celebrates the destruction of Gentile warriors who dared to attempt invading Jerusalem.  It was not a celebration of human might, but a declaration of God’s defensive power.  He stripped the stouthearted warriors and reduced them to … Continue reading →

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a dismal day

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

1 Samuel 31 The leader chosen by the Israelite people dies a shameful death, loses all his fighting men, his sons, his armor bearer, and his bases camps.  The body of one who was expected to rescue the people from … Continue reading →

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anger separates families

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

1 Samuel 20 Jonathan had not forgotten that his father wanted David killed, but he had persuaded him to take back his vow.  But David knew that Saul’s anger was not going to go away.  Jonathan needed a little more … Continue reading →

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