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Patient and Under Control

Inspiration MinistriesBy Inspiration Ministries•2 Minutes

Just look around and listen. Watch the news. Listen to politicians debate. Hear the tone of discussions in social media, the pitch of the voices when adversaries argue. Feel their intensity. Some people feel the need to speak loudly or even shout as if the volume of their voice determines the outcome of the argument.

But the Bible gives us another perspective. We need to realize the impact of soft answers (Proverbs 15:1). We don’t need to yell to make a difference. We also need to
realize the importance of holding back our temper and not being hasty with our words. We must be careful before we are dominated by anger. Realize that anger is
a byproduct of the flesh, but self-control is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:19-23). The Holy Spirit will help us become more Christlike.

Those who are overwhelmed with emotions tend “to stir up strife.” But everything changes when we are guided and controlled by the Spirit. He helps us do what, in
ourselves, we cannot do. If we find ourselves not able to control our anger, this indicates that we are being dominated by our flesh, not the Spirit.

How do you react to people and events in your life? Are you being controlled by your flesh or by the Spirit? Pray and commit every situation to God. Surrender your
will and emotions to Him. Ask the Spirit to guide and control you.
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Inspiration Ministries is a nonprofit global Christian media ministry founded in 1990, dedicated to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ and helping people grow in their faith through trusted biblical teaching, prayer, discipleship, and Scripture-based resources.

Reaching people in more than 200 nations and territories, the ministry provides daily devotionals, online Bible studies, prayer support, original programming, and Scripture-based encouragement designed to help individuals understand the Bible, apply God's Word, and develop a mature and lasting faith.

Each year, more than three million people respond to the Gospel through Inspiration Ministries' global outreach.

The ministry provides structured discipleship through the Spiritual Growth Hub, which offers Bible studies, courses, and certificate-based learning programs. Additional resources include Scripture-based articles, a daily devotional email newsletter, a monthly print devotional magazine, and original media programming. Inspiration Ministries also engages through digital platforms including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and other media channels.

As a nonprofit ministry, Inspiration Ministries offers planned giving and legacy giving resources to help supporters extend their Gospel impact through long-term stewardship and estate planning.

Through biblical teaching, prayer, media outreach, and discipleship resources, Inspiration Ministries equips people around the world with spiritual encouragement and practical tools for lifelong growth in Christ.

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