ANGER
What emotion have we discussed that can lead to harmful words or actions when it controls us?
Anger.
Proverbs 4:23 tells us to guard this because everything we do flows from it. What is it?
Our heart.
What do we call the results of our choices?
Consequences.
Someone bumps into you in the hallway. What should you find out before assuming they disrespected you?
Whether it was an accident or intentional.
What quality helps you control your words and actions when you are upset?
Self-control.
Is feeling angry automatically a sin?
No. How we respond to anger matters.
Complete James 1:19: “Quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become ______.”
ANGRY
True or false: A choice is good as long as it feels good in the moment.
False.
You receive a disrespectful text while angry. What should you do before replying?
Pause, calm down, and think about the consequences of your response.
What quality means doing what is right even when nobody is watching?
Integrity.
Name two signs that you are getting angry before you say or do anything.
clenched fists, racing heart, tense muscles, feeling hot, or fast breathing.
According to Proverbs 15:1, what kind of answer turns away wrath?
A gentle or soft answer.
Name two reasons people make bad choices even when they know better.
peer pressure, anger, pride, wanting approval, immediate pleasure, or avoiding discomfort.
Your friends encourage you to embarrass someone for laughs. What would a wise choice look like?
Refuse to participate and avoid adding to the person’s embarrassment; speak up when appropriate.
What is the difference between an excuse and taking responsibility?
An excuse shifts blame. Taking responsibility admits your choice and your part in what happened.
What is the difference between controlling your anger and pretending you are not angry?
Controlling anger means acknowledging it and choosing a wise response. Pretending means denying or hiding it without dealing with it.
Ephesians 4:26 teaches that we can be angry without doing what?
SINNING
Why does “Everybody else was doing it” fail to excuse your choice?
You are responsible for your own actions, even when others influence you.
A teammate blames you for a mistake in front of everyone. How can you respond with self-control while still addressing it?
Stay calm, avoid insulting him, and discuss what happened respectfully—privately if possible.
Why does apologizing after an angry outburst not automatically repair everything?
Hurt and damaged trust may remain. Repair requires changed behavior and time.
Why can anger be a warning signal but a poor decision-maker?
It can alert us that something is wrong, but letting it control our decisions can lead to impulsive, harmful actions.
James 1:20 says human anger does not produce what God desires. What does God desire?
Righteousness—a life that reflects what is right in God’s eyes.
How can repeatedly making a small bad choice affect your future?
It can become a habit, shape your character, damage trust, and lead to bigger consequences.
You make the right choice, but your friends mock you for it. Does their reaction make your choice wrong? Explain.
No. A choice should be judged by what is right, not by whether it earns approval.
A student says, “That’s just how I am. I have a temper.” Why is that a poor reason to keep reacting badly?
Recognizing a weakness gives you something to work on; it does not excuse harmful behavior. You are still responsible for growing and choosing your response.