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
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…
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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.