Daily Wisdom: James 1:19-20

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.
— James 1:19-20

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

24 Related Resources by Heartlight

James 1:19
Devo: Today's Verse
"My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry."
Make a Note of This
Illustration of James 1:19
Inspirational illustration of James 1:19 -- My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.
Are You Listening to Me?
Article by Tom Norvell
Is anybody listening? We need to learn to listen better if we ever hope to connect with other people.
Dealing with Stress
Article by Alan Smith
What is the key to surviving stress? There are lots of sources of stress and impatience in our lives, but circumstances must not determine our attitude.
See All 24 Related Resources about James 1:19-20

Illustration

Illustration of James 1:19-20 — My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Quotemeal
A daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.
Quote by William Barclay:
"The tragedy of life and of the world is not that men do not know God; the tragedy is that, knowing Him, they still insist on going their own way."
Morning & Evening
The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
Morning Thought: Isaiah 54:17
"This day is notable in English history for two great deliverances wrought by God for us. On this day the plot of the Papists to destroy our Houses of...."
A Year with Jesus
A devotional to help reclaim Jesus as the daily Lord of our lives.
'Peter's Parting Exhortations'
"Dear Precious Disciple, Much as 2 Timothy serves as a farewell message for Paul as he nears the end of his life, 2 Peter plays a similar role for the..."
Spiritual Warfare
A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
'No Concern for the Poor Hinders Prayer'
"Share your food with the hungry, and give shelter to the homeless. Give clothes to those who need them, and do not hide from relatives who need your....."

About This Devotional

Daily Wisdom is a free daily devotional for Christians featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.

More Daily Wisdom