Counseling Talk — A podcast by 9Marks On Anger Part 1 (Ep. 35)
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Oct 27, 2025 The hosts dive into the complex emotions of anger, exploring both its righteous and sinful aspects. Personal stories reveal struggles with anger, from parenting challenges to moments of frustration. They discuss how anger can stem from perceived injustices and differentiate between hot and cold expressions. The conversation includes biblical insights on God's righteous anger and practical advice for counseling those grappling with anger, especially towards God. Key resources are recommended for deeper understanding.
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Anger Is A Moral Sense Of Injustice
- The hosts define anger as a moral response sensing injustice that mobilizes action and attitude.
- David Powlison's framing helps drill anger down into 'I was wronged' rather than an amorphous emotion.
Anger Blinds And Mobilizes The Whole Person
- Anger is holistic: physical tension, emotional heat, and spiritual blindness can all occur together.
- This emotional intensity can make people judge themselves righteous and require external help to see clearly.
Hot And Cold Are Same Anger DNA
- Anger appears in many shades, from explosive rage to cold withdrawal and sarcasm.
- Deepak Reju notes the same underlying 'DNA' fuels hot and cold expressions of anger.
