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July 24, 2026
Title: DO YOU SUFFER FROM SIMMERING ANGER AND SMOLDERING RAGE?
Topic: Anger Management
Discussed by Dr. David Hager
with Hager Speaks (www.HagerSpeaks.com)
Are the emotions of anger and rage sweeping through our society resulting in damaged relationships, uncontrolled reactions, and horrific crimes?
Dr. David Hager served on the Asbury University Board of Trustees for 28 years. He has authored six books on the topics of addiction and human behavior and he is a member of the Physicians Resource Council for
Focus on the Family. Dr. Hager is an OBGYN and has delivered over 5,800 infants and performed over 7,600 surgical procedures in his career. Additionally, he has directed programs for recovery from addictive behaviors for over 35 years.
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Questions/Issues Discussed:
Is anger a normal, human emotion? Dr. Hager explains how anger can become an addiction, stimulating other behaviors.
How did Jesus handle his own anger?
What are the root issues underlying persistent anger and rage?
What are some of the signs of deep-seated anger? Dr. Hager discusses how isolation, insecurity, paranoia, depression, and a lack of boundaries can affect a person’s ability to control their anger. He also says people who often speak loudly, seek revenge, and are passive aggressive will more than likely have anger issues.
How can we avoid a confrontation with someone who often gets angry?
Is repressing anger a healthy remedy?
How can we deal with anger in our own lives? Dr. Hager says to acknowledge it, don't repress it, and deal with it appropriately.
What does GO TO THE WELL mean? Wait. Evaluate. Listen. Look.
Is it possible to be peaceful and joyful while also being angry? Or is it impossible to be both?
Did Jesus repress his anger? Or did he deal with it?
What does Ephesians 4:26-27 mean? (Don't let the sun go down on your anger!)
Once again, Dr. Hager offers some great insight.
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June 8, 2026
Title: THERE IS HOPE FOR THOSE BATTLING SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Topic: Substance Abuse
Discussed by Dr. David Hager
with Hager Speaks (www.HagerSpeaks.com)
Nearly 50 million people in America are battling substance abuse. How can we aid in their recovery?
In addition to being an obstetrician/gynecologist, Dr. David Hager has directed programs for recovery from addictive behaviors for over 35 years. He has written about the topics of addiction and human behavior and is a member of the
Physicians Resource Council for Focus on the Family.
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Questions/Issues Discussed:
How did Dr. Hager become involved with helping people and families affected by substance abuse?
What are some of the main causes for addiction? Dr. Hager says there are many causes, but until an addict identifies the root cause, they won’t begin to heal and get better.
Is the journey to healing often difficult?
What is the first step in moving out of addiction? Dr. Hager discusses his book: “Restoring Your Temple”.
Is addiction a life-long process?
Is there always hope for those battling addiction? (2 Peter 3:9)
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