Proverbs 19:11

Verse

Proverbs 19:11

The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.

  • Anger
  • Forgiveness
  • Humility
  • Patience
  • Wisdom
Bebe's interpretation
What is the issue with anger every single time? It’s always waiting at the door, just waiting for the right opportunity to destroy a perfectly good relationship. We must be careful with this foe that has been the undoing of many relationships that meant well for both parties.
What is the solution to the uncontrolled, irreversible catastrophe of anger? Discretion, as this verse puts it. You can also say patience, wisdom, understanding, and every other system that can deflect angry impulses. When people are angry, they say and do many things that may even be disproportionate to the crime committed by the offender. If we want to tame anger, we must learn to nip things in the bud at first sight. We must learn to overlook offenses and not let them find habitation in our hearts. This is what gets people. The moment you begin to store up and compile records of what and who did to you that you didn’t respond to, you’re only setting yourself up for an inevitable, uncontrollable explosion.
So, what must you do? Learn to have good sense and develop patience. Sometimes, you just have to look beyond what they said and did. Think about why they did it, and purposely come up with excuses for them. I know it makes you look weak, but for your own peace, you may want to make this your lifestyle. It takes a commitment supported by the help of God for you to become a professional at overlooking the offenses people commit against you, but it would be your glory to do so.
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