Can you really control your anger, or is it always going to control you?
In this message, we dive into one of the toughest challenges we all face—patience. More than just waiting in line, true patience is about being slow to anger in a world that constantly pushes us to react. So how can we move from being controlled by our emotions to controlling them? And how does God’s Spirit help us grow this kind of patience, even when life feels overwhelming?
As we continue in The Truth Files: The Fruit is Out There series, we explore how God’s Spirit grows this patience within us, empowering us to respond with calm, even when chaos surrounds us.
If you missed the live service or want to reflect further, you can watch the full message above. We’ve also included discussion questions to dig deeper into the message and a handout with fill-ins to guide your reflection. You can find the handout by clicking the “Download” button above. Whether you watch this on your own or share it with your small group, we hope this message encourages you to embrace the patience God offers and transform your approach to anger.
Discussion Questions
- What stood out to you the most from this message, and why?
- Can you relate to the idea of patience being “slow to anger” rather than just waiting calmly? How has this idea shaped your understanding of patience?
- Have you ever seen anger handled in a way that led to more anger or destruction? What could have been done differently?
- What steps do you find most challenging when it comes to controlling your anger? Why do you think that is?
- When you think about resolving to manage anger, what practical steps can you take to prepare yourself before anger arises?
- The message talked about reflecting before reacting. Can you share a time when taking a pause made a difference in how you handled a situation?
- How can we, as a group, support each other in recognizing and managing our triggers for anger?
- How does understanding the root causes of anger (hurt, frustration, or fear) help us respond in healthier ways?
- How can relying on Christ to deal with the root causes of our anger change the way we respond in difficult moments?
- In what ways do you see God working to grow the fruit of patience in your life, and how can you continue to rely on Him for that growth?
