Read by Adrienne
Training
Reflect in your journal. Respond to one of the two prompts below.
Who does your most intense anger fixate on? Is there someone who deeply wronged you or Someone you love? Who does your anger rage against or bitterness frost over? Take the time now to have an honest conversation with Jesus the Judge about that person. Jesus is listening. There is no need to “church it up.” Tell God how you’re feeling. Tell Him what happened and what you think that person deserves. God will listen to you as long as you need. Let Him be the one who wears the robe and bears the gavel.
or
Imagine a courtroom where Jesus is seated on the justice bench. The bailiff has the person who harmed you or a loved one in the hall. Talk to Jesus about what happened and ask Him to make things right. Write out in your journal exactly what happened. Then, Invite Jesus to take full jurisdiction in the matter and ask Him to help you let it go. In large letters, write over the page ‘Case Closed’ to symbolize your decision to let go of the verdict and trust Jesus as the Judge who ultimately holds everyone accountable.
Throughout your day
Continue to spy on your anger. Write notes throughout the day. Then reflect for 5-10 min every night. Try to identify and write down the cues, responses, cravings and rewards for each reaction of anger.
Pray
Search me and know my heart, O God. See if there are any hurtful ways in me and lead me in life everlasting. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
All written versions can be found at:
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