The Danger of Anger: Removing Anger at the Root, by Teryl Todd, Ministry Solutions, 2010
Anger - an emotion within us that simmers below the surface until all of a sudden it rears its ugly head. Frequently it is so deep inside we have trouble identifying its source. How does a person deal with something that seems so uncontrollable?
Removing anger at its root is the core of The Danger of Anger by Pastor Teryl Todd. Teryl writes openly of his own struggle with anger and its effects on his wife, children and church. He is transparent in communicating how confused he felt as a pastor battling with what he calls the sin of anger. The author asks what all spiritual leaders ask at some point in their lives - "Why can't I win over this thing within me?" He glosses over nothing.
His opening story of a man seeking revenge is all too real. Any reader will relate to it. The Danger of Anger addresses the root of bitterness. Then there are the insidious effects of unforgiveness in our lives. This book spells out the spiritual battles we know exist and it provides a plan of attack in dealing with them.
Dealing with the emotional pain of the past is often central to moving forward in the battle against anger. If you are seeking answers to why you feel the way you do - the anger, the rage, the despair - you are not alone. If you have dealt with anger issues in the past or are dealing with them now, this book could be one of the most important ones you will ever read.