What Does the Bible Say About Anger?

Anger is a powerful emotion — and it's not inherently sinful. Even God expresses righteous anger in Scripture, and Jesus overturned tables in the temple (John 2:15). The issue isn't whether we feel anger, but what we do with it.

Ephesians 4:26 draws the crucial line: "Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger." James 1:19-20 adds that "the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God." Scripture calls us to slow, measured responses rather than reactive outbursts.

If you're struggling with anger toward someone, frustrated by a situation, or dealing with rage that feels out of control, God's Word has both wisdom and comfort. Find Scripture for your situation below.