Speaking slowly (not questioning quickly or contending in a conversation) out of a true inner rest (because of the
reassurance of God’s love and honor toward you)
Passion or pleasure (Gr hedone)
The desire to kill to get the pleasure you desire (James 4:2). Consider Jezebel who desires the pleasure of Naboth’s
vineyard on behalf of Ahab and kills Naboth to get it
Learn to rejoice because of the presence of the Lord or His people (those who have come from death to life) (Luke 15:32 - make merry - Gr euphraino - and be glad - Gr chairo)
Enjoying focused times with the Lord (times when we are consciously seeking Him) and with others
Envy or desire (Gr zeloo)
Forcing our will on another person and fighting if they object (James 4:2)
Earnestly desiring good for someone – especially that they should be reconciled to God and obey Him (2 Corinthians 5:20)
Time spent asking the Lord to turn someone's heart
Making an earnest appeal to someone out of a loving motive
Summary thought:
The causes of anger above are all motivated by love of the world (James 4:4). This love can be displaced by the love of the Father (1 John 2:15). Love for the Father grows and we consider the depth of our own forgiveness (he who is forgiven much loves much) and remembering He loved us first.