Was it Really Worth it?
Prov 29:11 "A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a
wise man keeps himself under control." NIV
Based on an actual event.
While driving around a Turnpike just North
of one of North America's mega cities, a couple were talking. Before long, their
conversation turned into an argument, and although the
weather was gorgeous, inside that vehicle the mood quickly
turned colder than the Arctic! Soon both were filled with
anger and neither could be reasoned with.
"You are not listening!" the woman exclaimed.
"You are so stubborn!" the man said, exasperated.
The argument continued. More accusations arose. Before long,
the man stopped his Mercedes and drug the woman out by her
hair, then he pushed her over the overpass. Disoriented, she
landed on the hood of a car. Horrified, its driver slammed
on the brakes, unwittingly making the woman fly off his car.
She fell on the road a bit further and was hit by another
vehicle. She died instantly.
As the man witnessed the scene, his rage was replaced by
remorse and guilt. He, too, jumped the 80 feet off the
overpass to his own death.
Both of their families were devastated when hearing this
terrible tragedy. Was this anger and unforgiveness really
worth it?
Anger is destructive. Not only does it hurt others deeply,
but after the storm is over, it leaves you feeling empty and
guilty. One would think that anyone experiencing these
feelings would try to avoid arguments, but instead, it
causes you to want to argue even more! This leads to stormy
and empty relationships.
You may say: "I would have never acted like that!" However
the man mentioned in this true story never intended to throw
someone over the overpass either! Uncontrolled anger is like
a raging fire, which started with just a little spark, but
soon became a raging forest fire.
"But I can't stop myself from getting angry!" you argue.
If that is your case, don't loose hope. Help is available.
You are right that you can't help yourself, but there is
someone who surely can. That person came on this planet just
for you 2000 years ago. Not only did he lead an exemplary
life, he also died for you and rose three days later. His
name? Jesus Christ. If Jesus willingly died so that you
could experience eternal life, don't you think he would be
more than willing to come to your aid and help you be
victorious over your anger and your unforgiveness?
"But how can I come to Jesus for help?"
Just come to Him in prayer. A powerwalk with your forever
friend will make such an impact in your life, that you will
never want to stop developing that wonderful relationship
with your Maker. Talk to Him as your friend. Share with Him
your anger and your problems with forgiveness. Share with
Him the cause of your anger, and ask Him to take over. He
will help you manage your anger and learn to forgive the way
Jesus does. Before long, peace will settle in your heart and
people will notice the change in you.
Is anger worth it? Ask that man who experienced the
disastrous effects of anger and unforgiveness. Jesus will
make the difference, if you just let Him. Will you come to
Him now?
Rob Chaffart