Anger & Siblings
⚖️ When Things Feel Unfair
You can want justice without paying back meanness. Say the facts and let a trusted adult help.
Justice
“He has shown you, O man, what is good. What does Yahweh require of you, but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”
Micah 6:8 · World English Bible
Right
“Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne. Loving kindness and truth go before your face.”
Psalms 89:14 · World English Bible
Honest
“Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men.”
Romans 12:17 · World English Bible
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Say it
Practice Micah 6:8
Tap the words in order. The blanks follow the verse from left to right.
Hehasshownyou,Oman,whatisgood.doesYahwehofyou,buttoactjustly,tolovemercy,andtowalkhumblywithGod?
Pray together
Dear God, this does not feel fair. Help me tell the truth and leave revenge out of my hands. Amen.
Two-minute challenge
Tell a parent the story in three facts only, with no insulting names.
Parent tip
Investigate the facts, fix what you can, and explain when equal treatment and fair treatment are not the same thing.