Corrupt Speech
Impure or corrupt speech may seem normal, but it shapes your heart and relationships. Jesus offers renewal and freedom as your speech becomes rooted in truth, kindness, and grace.
SINS OF THE TONGUE
Anger & Harsh Speech
Anger itself is not always sinful—God’s righteous anger can fuel justice and compassion—but when anger becomes harsh, explosive, or uncontrolled it can spill out in damaging words. Harsh speech includes yelling, cutting remarks, sarcasm, belittling comments, or verbal attacks that injure others and disrupt peace. These words often reveal deeper struggles in the heart such as frustration, fear, pride, or unresolved pain.
Jesus teaches a different way of living: one marked by patience, self-control, and love. Freedom from angry reactions and harsh speech begins with repentance and a willingness to invite God into the places in your heart where fear, hurt, or pride reside. Through prayer, Scripture, and Spirit-led formation, God shapes your speech and actions into expressions of peace, gentleness, and reconciliation. As you take intentional steps, Sonrise Church can walk with you through biblical guidance and supportive community toward lasting transformation.
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
— Proverbs 15:1
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.
— James 1:19-20
Be angry and do not sin: do not let the sun go down on your anger.
— Ephesians 4:26
TURN TOWARD JESUS
Explore Practices That Shape the Heart
Turning toward Jesus means turning away from the sin you’re entangled in—and choosing practices that reshape your heart over time. Explore studying the Bible, prayer, fasting, and forgiveness to take a clear next step toward repentance, freedom, and deeper fellowship with Him.
Study The Bible
Studying the Bible is one of the most important ways we grow as we follow Jesus. This page provides practical tools, trusted resources, and simple next steps to help you understand Scripture and apply God’s truth to everyday life.
Prayer
Prayer is more than words—it’s relationship. Learn how to pray with honesty and faith, build a simple rhythm, and grow closer to Jesus through daily conversation with God.
Fasting
Fasting is a practice of setting aside something good—often food—to seek God with greater focus. Learn how fasting strengthens prayer, deepens dependence, and reshapes your desires toward Jesus
GET HOPE & HELP
Resources To Help with Anger & Harsh Speech
Focus on the Family – Dealing With Anger Biblically
Practical articles that explores anger through a biblical lens, offering wisdom for responding to frustration in healthy, God-honoring ways.
BibleProject – Anger & Biblical Wisdom
An animated overview that explains how the Bible understands anger, distinguishing righteous anger from destructive anger and pointing toward wisdom...
The Peacemaker
A trusted Christian classic by Ken Sande that offers biblical principles for resolving conflict, restoring relationships, and pursuing peace through...
NEXT STEPS
Freedom from anger and harsh speech begins with repentance and surrender, followed by practices of listening, self-control, and love. As you take these steps, Sonrise Church can walk with you through prayer, biblical guidance, and community as God reshapes your heart and speech.
Repent
Repentance is more than regret—it’s a turning of the heart toward God. By naming sin honestly and choosing a new direction of obedience, we step out of hiding and into the grace, freedom, and transformation Jesus offers.
Know Jesus
Jesus isn’t just a religious figure—He’s the Savior who invites you into real life with God. Explore who He is, what He offers, and the next steps you can take to know Him personally.
Get Baptized
Baptism is an outward expression of an inward transformation. It’s a public declaration that you have decided to follow Jesus and want to live for Him. At Sonrise, we celebrate baptisms as a church family, standing with you as you take this powerful step of obedience and faith.
Follow Jesus
Following Jesus means taking your next step with Him in real life. Find practical ways to grow through faith, spiritual practices, community, and everyday life.
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AN INVITATION TO JOIN US AT SONRISE
At Sonrise Church, we believe real life change happens when people encounter Jesus, walk in truth, and grow together in community. You are welcome here—no matter your past, your struggles, or where you’re starting from. Join us this Sunday to take your next step toward freedom and formation with us. Jesus changes everything.
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Many people wrestle with words spoken in frustration, impatience, or pride that damage relationships and leave regret in their wake. Anger often reveals deeper places of hurt, fear, or woundedness in the heart, and when it turns into harsh speech it can erode trust, intimacy, and peace.
Anger and harsh speech affect people throughout Santee, Lakeside, El Cajon, and the greater East County San Diego area, shaping marriages, families, work relationships, and community life. While sudden bursts of anger or biting words may feel justified in the moment, Scripture calls us toward patience, wisdom, and speech that reflects Christ’s love. Jesus offers a different way—a path marked by self-control, gentleness, and reconciled relationships.
For those seeking faith-based support for anger and harsh speech in Santee or East County San Diego, Sonrise Church exists to walk with you as you pursue healing and transformation. Through Scripture, prayer, and discipleship, God can shape your speech and your heart into reflections of peace, patience, and love.