Comments on Proverbs 19:19 A hot-tempered man must pay the penalty; if you rescue him, you will have to do it again. [NIV84]
The Big Idea: The ‘hotter’ their temper becomes and so, too, the consequences intensify.
My Thoughts: Perhaps you’ve even attempted to rescue a hot-tempered person from the consequences of their actions; maybe you’ve even excused their behavior—as I had for years, “I’m just a hot-headed ______!” Fill in the blank. But Lifestyle worshipers, we know that this Scripture does not speak in vain: when we rescue the hot-tempered, it is a wasted effort because we will have to do it again. Why? Because we ‘spared’ them from the consequences of their actions! And the more frequently we do so, the ‘hotter’ their temper becomes and so, too, the consequences intensify. … A painful but essential truth…. Do you see this starting in childhood? I have. What can parents do to train their ‘hot-tempered’ child? Any thoughts?
Scriptures to Renew Your Thoughts
Do not make friends with a hot-tempered man, do not associate with one easily angered, or you may learn his ways and get yourself ensnared. — Proverbs 22:24-25 (NIV84)
Discipline your son, and he will give you peace; he will bring delight to your soul. — Proverbs 29:17 (NIV84)
Discipline your children while there is hope. Otherwise you will ruin their lives. — Proverbs 19:18 (NLT)
Lord Jesus Christ, forgive me for rescuing those who ought not be rescued. Grant me the wisdom and compassion to discern the difference. Be my Courage to discipline my child. In Your Name, Amen.