Welcome back to Navigating a World of Hate and Negativity. In this five-part series, we’re unpacking how to rise above the noise, the hurt, and the hostility in the world around us—and live with peace, purpose, and spiritual clarity. 

In Part 2, we’re diving into the importance of checking our emotions. Let’s be real—life gets intense. From family tension to online debates, it’s easy to let our emotions run wild. But as followers of Christ, we’re called to something deeper. James 1:19 says, “Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.” 

So how do we live that out? How do we pause instead of explode, understand instead of react, and reflect Christ even in conflict? 

Let’s talk about what it means to take a step back, get emotionally grounded, and allow God to guide our hearts—before our emotions do. 

Let’s get into it.