Yelling

August 21

 We received a call that a couple we knew was having a violent argument in front of their children. By the time Joy and I arrive the husband has left the house and the wife was still shaking from anger and fear. The confrontation started when one of the parents yelled uncontrollably at a child who refused to finish her breakfast. The other parent jumped to the defense of the daughter and a yelling match ensued.  How different things could be if they followed the wisdom of the Proverbs.

 “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” (Proverbs 15:1)