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Proverbs 30:33

Proverbs 30:33

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The chapter closes with a cause-and-effect proverb that is inescapable in its logic. Churning produces butter — that is the natural result. Striking the nose produces blood — that is the natural result. Forcing wrath (pressing, intensifying, or provoking anger) produces strife — that is the natural result, every time, without exception. Anger is not neutral. If you keep pushing it, conflict is not a possibility — it is a certainty.

Memory phrase: Forced anger always causes fights.

Talk about it: What always happens when people keep pushing and forcing their anger?

Prayer: God, help me not force anger. Give me peace.

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