Anger is an • A strong of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility. • What anger creates: o Division Proverbs 30:33 o Foothold for the enemy Ephesians 4:26-27 Anger without is the goal • Jesus’ Example Mark 3:4-6 The solution is • James 1:19-21 o Anger doesn’t produce righteousness o Humbly accept the word HomeGroup Questions When it comes to anger, do you have a short fuse or a long one? Are you more likely to blurt it out or keep it in? Review Proverbs 14:16-17; Proverbs 30:33 and the outline. What points stood out for you? Since anger is an emotion, is it good, bad, or neither? Wise, foolish, or neutral? Explain. This passage tells us that anger often leads to foolish actions. What are some of the negative consequences of unchecked anger? Kyle explained how humility can be a safeguard when we are angry. How so? How does humility tame anger? Review Jesus' example in Mark 3:4-6. What insights can we find there about dealing appropriately with anger? In the words of the message, how can anger turn into a platform instead of a foothold? Explain. What should you do when you have let anger get the best of you? Let's say you exploded on someone you care about. How do you recover? Take time to share prayer requests and pray together.