How do I control my anger?
Quick answer
Anger is not always sin, but it is dangerous. To control it: identify the trigger, slow down before responding, address the deeper desire it exposes, ask the Spirit for self-control, and confess and repair when you’ve sinned.
"Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger" (Ephesians 4:26). Anger is real; it must not rule.
Anger often signals an unmet expectation or wounded pride. Ask: what am I really after? Often the deeper issue can be brought to God.
Practical steps: pause before reacting (literally walk away), pray briefly, return ready to listen, and apologize when you hurt people.
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Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.