"Sensible people CONTROL THEIR TEMPER; they earn respect by overlooking wrongs."
Do you have a temper, a bad temper? Do you argue with others and become loud and belligerent? Have you ever said something that you regret and wish you could take back? If your answer is no, perhaps we should also discuss the sin of lying. The fact is, that when we think we are being wronged by others, we have a tendency to become defensive and strike out in anger. We need to know that a sensible person has wisdom that allows them to be patient. They can earn the respect of others by overlooking the wrongs done to them. That is the One Truth Today!
We should learn discretion, patience and control of our emotions. The Lord is slow to anger and that should be our goal, to emulate Him. If you overlook the transgressions and sins of others it will be to God's glory and toward your righteousness. You can save yourself a lot of embarrassment and suffering by controlling your temper. You will not have to apologize if you do not act in anger in the first place. You can keep peace about you. It makes good sense to control your anger and restrain your tongue, and it pleases God. You control your thoughts and actions, one at a time and therefore you can control your temper. That is the sensible thing to do and you will earn the respect of those around you.
The important part of hearing and digesting the One Truth Today, is that you make it part of your life. Some require more change than others, but all of us could benefit if we put this to work in our life today. The beginning of wisdom is the fear and knowledge of God. When we apply His laws and principals, by controlling our thoughts and actions, we become wiser and more like the Lord. The next time you feel anger growing in your heart, and you are about to respond in anger, stop and control yourself. CONTROL YOUR TEMPER. When you see the wisdom of overlooking the offense and the peace is brings, you will want to repeat that experience over and over. A soft answer always turns away wrath, but an angry answer only foments any problem. There is Peace on earth to men in God's will. That is what to expect if you have the Lord in your heart and learn to CONTROL YOUR TEMPER!
