What's Good About Anger? (Paperback)

~ Lynette J. Hoy (Author), NCC (Author), LCPC (Author), Ted Griffin (Author, Editor), Editor/writer (Author)

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This book goes beyond the problem to a truly biblical solution. It is filled with truth to set you free. -- Pastor Ray Pritchard, Calvary Memorial Church, Feb. 24, 2002

This book goes beyond the problem to a truly biblical solution. It is filled with truth to set you free. --Pastor Ray Pritchard, Calvary Memorial Church, Feb. 24, 2002

Product Description

What's Good About Anger? provides biblical insight into the power, problem, process- from annoyance to bitterness or rage, and management of anger for Christians. The authors write, Most people believe that anger is a negative emotion from which no good can come. Many Christians think that anger should not be expressed and that such feelings are sinful. This book explores the emotion of anger and how anger-which is part of the human experience-is a force God can use for His purposes. Learn biblical examples of how to turn your anger into faith, assertiveness, problem-solving and forgiveness! You will gain a new perspective on anger, how to let God control you when it flares up and how to help others struggling with anger. Includes guidelines for group study and Application Devotionals for anger management.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: CounselCare Connection (February 24, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0971759901
• ISBN-13: 978-0971759909
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #743,848 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What's Good About Anger? continues to help me, March 2, 2002

By	Kelly (San Diego) - See all my reviews

I have been reviewing What's Good About Anger? again and have found it continues to help me evaluate cognitive distortions I have and work on changing them to truth. Also, I am discovering how to use new coping skills to manage my anger. The Application Devotionals have really helped me learn about God's love, grace and power which is available to help me work through my anger in a biblical way.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book really changed my problem with anger!, March 5, 2002

By	Kelly (San Diego) - See all my reviews

"I understand that anger isn't always wrong and it has a purpose when you use it to bring about positive results. I can seek help from the Lord to control this. I don't have to and shouldn't use suppression as an adequate coping mechanism. It has helped by giving me an improved technique for managing my anger. Using time-outs and prayer has shown me imporovements in my communication with those who anger me. I can be assertive without being angry. It has helped me assert my feelings in a positive way. I am getting imporoved results . .. and am continuing to receive benefit from this book. I am thankful to the authors for helping me."

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a book with powerful truths to change lives!, March 5, 2002

By	"counselcareconnection" (Crystal Lake, IL) - See all my reviews

"This book is a real God-send for those struggling with anger and for those who have family members struggling with anger. Anyone could benefit from this book because it looks at the roots of anger and offers very practical Biblical guidelines to deal with anger. As a counselor, I have seen how anger can be so very destructive to individuals and families. Ted and Lynette have done a tremendous job in helping give greater understanding to this issue with powerful proven truths that will definitely change lives."